Devastating Quake Rattles Southern Philippines

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the coast of the southern Philippines, leading to the tragic loss of at least two lives.

Karlo Puerto, an information officer for the Davao region's civil defence office, confirmed that both casualties were reported in Mati City, Davao Oriental province.

The earthquake's impact has prompted regional authorities to mobilize support and assess the full scale of the damage.

(With inputs from agencies.)