Bogo City, Cebu (October 1, 2025) –The Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed 63 fatalities following the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu on Tuesday night.
DOH Secretary Ted Herbosa said four health teams have been deployed to provide medical assistance to residents, especially in Bogo City, where collapsed buildings have left many people in urgent need of care.
The Philippine Emergency Medical Team is also on the ground, helping to assess and treat patients from the hardest-hit areas. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide support to affected communities.