Philippines – Earthquake, update (GDACS, ADINet, media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 20 November 2023)

After the recent 6.7 M earthquake, that occurred on 17 November and affected southern Mindanao, the number of casualties and damage is increasing.

The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports, as of 20 November, nine fatalities, 15 injured and more than 12,885 affected people across Davao Occidental in Region XI, southern Mindanao. In addition, at least 826 houses, 118 infrastructure, 16 roads and five bridges have been damaged. Moreover, at least 21 municipalities was affected by power interruptions, that have been restores, and an earthquake-induced landslide has been reported in Region XI. Schools and working activities are still closed in 14 municipalities.

According to media, as of 20 November, search and rescue operations are completed.