Monday, October 14, 2013

20 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

A strong earthquake hit a popular tourist area in the central Philippines, killing at least 20 and destroying several historic buildings. More here: 20 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

Twenty People Killed In The 7.1 Philippines' Quake

CEBU (Philippines): At least 20 people were killed on Tuesday when a major 7.1 magnitude earthquake tore down buildings across three islands that are among the Philippines’ most popular tourist attractions, authorities said. Read more... More here: Twenty People Killed In The 7.1 Philippines' Quake

Philippines Earthquake Kills 6, Up to 7.1 Magnitude

Authorities have listed at least six people dead due to a 7.1 magnitude earthquake that hit the Philippines on Tuesday, at just after 8 am local time. The quake destroyed buildings and collapsed a fish market, killing four, and another … More here: Philippines Earthquake Kills 6, Up to 7.1 Magnitude

PHILIPPINES QUAKE

A 7.2-magnitude earthquake shook the central Philippines on Tuesday, killing at least six people and damaging historic buildings. The quake was centered 56 kilometers deep on Bohol Island, across the strait from Cebu, a popular tourist area. No tsunami warning was issued. Cebu resident Sian Maynard tells VOA she was awoken by the early morning temblor, which was the strongest she has experienced ... More here: PHILIPPINES QUAKE

Six Dead In Major Philippines Quake

CEBU : At least six people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. Read more... More here: Six Dead In Major Philippines Quake

Six killed in major earthquake in Philippines

At least six people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines' major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. Four people were confirmed dead at a fish market that collapsed in Cebu, the second larget city in the Philippines, the local government said. Another person was killed in... More here: Six killed in major earthquake in Philippines

7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines, 6 killed

CEBU (Philippines): At least six people were killed when a 7.2 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. More here: 7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines, 6 killed

Six dead in major Philippines quake

CEBU: At least six people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. Four people were confirmed dead at a fish market that collapsed in Cebu, the second most important city in the Philippines and a gateway to some of the country’s most beautiful beaches, the local government said. Another ... More here: Six dead in major Philippines quake

7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

CEBU: At least four people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. The four people were confirmed dead at a fish market that collapsed in Cebu in the central Philippines, the country’s second most important trading and economic city. The quake struck at 08:12 local time (0012 GMT) five ... More here: 7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Four killed as 7.1-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

At least four people were killed when a 7.1-magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines' major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. More here: Four killed as 7.1-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Quake kills four in Philippines in tourist town

At least four people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around a major tourist hub in Philippines today, authorit... More here: Quake kills four in Philippines in tourist town

7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

CEBU, October 15, 2013 (AFP) - At least four people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines' major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. More here: 7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

MANILA - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. The quake struck at 08:12 local time (0012 GMT) some five kilometres (three miles) east of Balilihan, in the Bohol region of the archipelago, at a depth of 56 kilometres, the agency said. The town lies across the Cebu Strait from the popular ... More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has struck near Cebu City, one of the Philippines' key tourist hubs. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Centuries-old Baclayon church damaged by 7.2-magnitude quake

The bell tower of Baclayon Church, one of the oldest churches in the Philippines and tourist attraction in Bohol, was heavily damaged on Tuesday after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit the province, reports said. More here: Centuries-old Baclayon church damaged by 7.2-magnitude quake

4 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck in the central Philippines Tuesday morning, killing at least four people and damaging buildings. The quake was centered 56 kilometers deep on Bohol Island, across the strait from Cebu, a popular tourist area. The regional governor said several buildings were damaged, including a church and the city hall. Earthquakes are common in the Philippines, which lies ... More here: 4 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

Four killed as 7.2-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. The local government said four people were killed. More here: Four killed as 7.2-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Manila (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

MANILA, October 15, 2013 (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has struck near Cebu City, one of the Philippines' key tourist hubs. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Manila (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Chinese, Taiwanese tourists return to Boracay

Not even bad weather can stop foreign tourists, including those from China and Taiwan, from pouring into the world-renowned Boracay Island in Aklan province, with their number expected to surpass last year’s figure by 300,000. More here: Chinese, Taiwanese tourists return to Boracay