Powerful earthquake strikes Mindanao, Philippines
Compare the reporting
Discrepancy in earthquake magnitude and casualty count.
Open the listed sources to review each publisher’s original wording.
Story essentials
OCHA, Philippine Government, UNICEF
Mindanao, Philippines
This page is produced by collecting and structuring multiple public reports. Sections based only on reporting or testimony affect the displayed assessment, and the page is updated when new information is identified.
About this article
COMPAMIR Editorial Team
The COMPAMIR editorial team brings together public reporting and links to the original coverage. We update the page as new information emerges.
Read our editorial policyRead next
Prioritized by shared people, places, and events.
Jordan conducts strikes in Syria following funeral attack
Jordanian fighter jets struck targets in Syria's Daraa province in retaliation for a deadly attack on a Christian funeral in Karak. Syrian officials report five civilian deaths, while Jordan claims to have targeted terrorists. Syria has closed the Nassib border crossing in response.
Related book
The ShakeOut: The Future of Earthquake Risk in the United States
Author: Robert J. Yeats
This book provides a comprehensive understanding of plate tectonics and seismic risks, which is essential for grasping why regions like the Philippines, situated on the Ring of Fire, are prone to high-magnitude earthquakes.
As an Amazon Associate, COMPAMIR earns from qualifying purchases.