A MIGHTY 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck the central Philippines late Tuesday, injuring villagers and leaving homes and public buildings in ruins.

At least one person has died leaving concerns for more deaths with ongoing destruction

The strong offshore earthquake struck around 10p.m. local time.

The offshore tremor hit about 17km (10 miles) northeast of Bogo, a coastal city of 90,000 people.

Residents described terrifying scenes as concrete walls crumbled, power was knocked out, and huge cracks split asphalt roads.

Even a local fire station was damaged by the violent shaking, said firefighter Rey Caete, as panicked families fled into the streets for safety.

The Municipality of Medellin in Cebu confirmed one death and “many” injuries. Classes and work have been suspended until buildi

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