Abandoned school building collapses during 7.8-magnitude earthquake in Davao del Sur
Abandoned school building collapses during M7.8 quake in Davao del Sur
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A two-story abandoned school building collapsed in Digos City, Davao del Sur, Philippines, during a 7.8-magnitude earthquake on June 8. The building had been deemed unfit for occupancy since 2019 and was set for demolition, with no reported injuries among students.
- 01The earthquake struck Southern Philippines on June 8, measuring 7.8 in magnitude.
- 02The collapsed building was part of Matanao National High School and had been abandoned since 2019.
- 03School authorities confirmed that students were not allowed to use the structure due to safety concerns.
- 04No other significant damage has been reported in Matanao following the earthquake.
- 05The earthquake resulted in 35 fatalities and 200 injuries across Mindanao.
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On June 8, a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Southern Philippines, causing the collapse of a two-story abandoned school building in Digos City, Davao del Sur. The building, part of Matanao National High School, had been deemed unfit for occupancy since 2019 due to damage from previous earthquakes. School authorities confirmed that students had not been using the structure, which was scheduled for demolition. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the collapse. The earthquake has had a devastating impact across Mindanao, with reports indicating at least 35 fatalities and around 200 injuries. So far, no other significant structural damage has been noted in Matanao, but the situation remains under assessment as authorities continue to monitor the aftermath of this natural disaster.
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The earthquake has caused significant disruption in the region, leading to fatalities and injuries, and raising concerns about building safety.
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