School Buildings in Mindanao Collapsed Due to Powerful Magnitude 7 Earthquake
Several school buildings collapsed after a powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Mindanao on Monday morning (June 8, 2026).
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology recorded a powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake, which causes damage to several buildings and forcing the suspension of classes and government operations in affected areas. In Mindanao.
One of the most alarming incidents was reported at Matanao National High School in Davao del Sur, where a school building suffered severe structural damage following the strong tremor.
Photos from the area showed large sections of the building heavily damaged and leaning dangerously, with parts appearing close to collapse.
Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough inspection to determine whether the structure can still be repaired or if it must be demolished for safety reasons.
The earthquake struck at around 7:37 a.m. and was recorded at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, making the shaking more intense across several parts of Mindanao. Residents in different cities and municipalities rushed out of their homes, schools, offices, and commercial establishments as the ground shook violently.
The quake also affected educational institutions in other areas. Reports indicated that a building at Notre Dame of Dadiangas University Integrated Basic Education Department in Lagao sustained huge damage and collapsed after the earthquake struck.
In General Santos City and nearby towns, the earthquake caused damage to several establishments, prompting many businesses and shops to temporarily close. The situation was further complicated by a widespread power outage that affected many communities in the region.
The local government officials immediately suspended classes at all levels and halted work in government offices. Disaster response teams were deployed to inspect schools, public buildings, bridges, and other critical infrastructure to ensure public safety.
While no immediate casualties have been officially reported, authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
The social media users expressed their reactions to the recent earthquake:
This is a developing report, just visit this website regularly or refresh the page for further updates.
READ ALSO: JUST IN: 7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits General Santos