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Over 6,000 schools affected by M7.8 Mindanao earthquake

MANILA, Philippines — An estimated 6,224 schools across five regions in Mindanao were exposed to the magnitude 7.8 earthquake and aftershocks that hit Sarangani province on Monday morning, affecting over 3.2 million learners and 128,000 teachers and personnel, according to the Department of Education (DepEd). READ: Phivolcs: Tsunami warning out after offshore M7 earthquake in Sarangani In a statement on Monday, DepEd said classes at all levels in the affected areas of Mindanao have been suspended until further notice “to ensure the safety of learners, teachers, and school personnel.” Education Secretary Sonny Angara likewise directed the mobilization of safety checks […]... Keep on reading: Over 6,000 schools affected by M7.8 Mindanao earthquake