On June 8, a powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck near Maasim in Sarangani Province, Philippines, causing significant damage to power transmission lines across Southwestern Mindanao. The National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) reported that affected areas include Davao del Sur, Davao Occidental, Davao de Oro, Davao Oriental, and parts of Maguindanao and South Cotabato. As of 9:30 a.m., NGCP stated that they are still assessing the damage but confirmed that transmission services in Davao del Sur, Davao Occidental, Davao de Oro, and Davao Oriental were restored by 8:20 a.m. The corporation assured that power transmission services in other regions remain stable. The earthquake was felt strongly in Davao City, leading to initial reports of damage to buildings and infrastructure. NGCP has committed to providing further updates as more information becomes available regarding the extent of the damage and restoration efforts.