The powerful quake has killed 68 people, injured hundreds and destroyed homes and churches.

The earthquake struck near the Eastern Visayas region in the Philippines on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said.

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Deadly earthquake strikes central Philippine province, leaving at least 69 dead and many trapped, prompting urgent rescue efforts.

The numbers of those dead or injured in the powerful Tuesday tremor could rise as officials scramble to respond to the disaster near the coastal city of Bogo.

A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck the central Philippines on Tuesday night, shaking homes, sending residents fleeing into the streets, and causing widespread power…

The magnitude-6.9 earthquake struck at about 10pm local time on Tuesday, leaving residents trapped in collapsed homes, nightclubs and other businesses, officials said.

Local authorities say 72 people have been killed and hospitals in the Cebu province are overwhelmed.

The powerful quake has killed 68 people, injured hundreds and destroyed homes and churches.