In response to a significant earthquake that struck off Mindanao, major shopping malls in General Santos, Philippines, have temporarily suspended their operations. Both Robinsons Land and SM City General Santos announced the closures as they conduct safety inspections to ensure the well-being of their customers, employees, and tenants. Robinsons Land stated that it is closely monitoring the situation and confirmed that there have been no casualties reported. The company's engineering and construction teams are actively inspecting affected facilities in General Santos City. Meanwhile, SM City General Santos declared it would remain closed for the day to carry out thorough assessments of all facilities and utility systems. The mall is also collaborating with local government units and relevant authorities as part of its safety measures. Both companies emphasized that safety is their top priority as they continue to evaluate the condition of their properties following the earthquake.