At least 69 people were killed in the central part of the Philippines as a result of a magnitude 6.9 earthquake, Reuters reports citing rescue services.
According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake struck on September 30 around 22:00 local time (17:00 Kiev time), with the epicentre located near the coast of Cebu province.
The provincial authorities said that more than 150 victims are known. Rescuers continue to remove the rubble.
The authorities of the province of Cebu declared a state of emergency, they are trying to restore electricity supply, which was cut off due to the earthquake, and provide assistance to the victims.