Magnitude 6.9 earthquake kills 65 in Cebu, province declares state of calamity

A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck Cebu province on Tuesday, September 30, causing widespread damage and resulting in at least 65 fatalities.

The Cebu Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office confirmed the death toll.

The province has declared a state of calamity due to the massive damage and casualties.

Various organizations have launched donation drives and volunteer efforts to provide immediate relief to affected communities.

The GMA Kapuso Foundation is accepting cash and in-kind donations through multiple platforms.

The University of San Carlos Supreme Student Council is also conducting a donation drive.

Angat Buhay will set up temporary hot meal stations in earthquake-affected towns with support from the Angat Bayanihan Volunteer Network and Rise Against Hunger Philippines.

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