7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Philippines During School Ceremonies, Killing 4 and Triggering Tsunami

A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines on June 8, 2026, during morning flag ceremonies at schools, killing at least 4 people and injuring over 200. The quake, centered near General Santos City, triggered a tsunami with waves up to 1.4 meters, damaged buildings and infrastructure, and prompted a national response led by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Phivolcs recorded over 70 aftershocks and warned of more to come.