Cebu: In the wake of a devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu and nearby provinces on September 30, Catholic aid agencies, dioceses, and local authorities have mobilized swiftly to provide relief, shelter, and hope to thousands affected by the disaster. The epicenter, located 19 kilometers northeast off Bogo City, triggered more than 300 aftershocks, forcing many residents to sleep outdoors in unsafe conditions.

According to the Office of Civil Defense, the quake claimed 68 lives and impacted over 80,595 families, totaling around 366,360 individuals. In the hardest-hit areas, 1,795 people were housed in evacuation centers, while 75,227 others stayed outside their homes due to fear of further tremors. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology issued tsunami wa

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