A powerful earthquake has devastated southern Mindanao, Philippines. Dozens of rescuers narrowly escaped a collapsing grocery in General Santos city during a strong aftershock. The 7.8-magnitude quake has claimed at least 45 lives and left 17 missing. Over 25,000 people are displaced. Infrastructure damage is extensive, impacting roads, bridges, and buildings. Classes remain suspended as schools undergo assessment.

A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Monday, killing at least three people, collapsing buildings and sparking tsunami warnings across the region.

The tremors affected many buildings in General Santos City, Master Sergeant Robert Dagon said, as cited by ABS-CBN

At least four people injured in southern city of General Santos