The death toll from a 7.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Mindanao Island in the Philippines has risen to 37, with the Civil Defense Office officially accounting for 35 of those fatalities. The powerful tremor left 456 people injured, while four individuals are still reported missing. Local authorities have documented widespread devastation across the island, noting that of the 1,900 damaged schools, hospitals, and residences, 1,500 were completely destroyed. Following significant structural damage and delayed flights at the local international airport, officials have officially declared a state of emergency for General Santos City.
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