An estimated magnitude 7.8 earthquake was felt near Mindanao shortly before 7.40am local time
A massive earthquake struck Mindanao(Image: X)
Updated 02:26, 08 Jun 2026
A tsunami threat has been advised for the Philippines and several nearby countries after a massive earthquake struck Mindanao.
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The earthquake was felt in Davao City shortly before 7.40am local time on Monday, June 8, 2026. The earthquake was initially estimated at a magnitude 8.2, but the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre has downgraded the earthquake to 7.8 magnitude.
Chilling footage captured the moment the earthquake struck Sarangani in the Philippines, showing building crumbling as the tectonic plates shifted with force.
A tsunami threat has been issued for several countries the world waits to see the effects of the quake.
Possible tsunami alerts have been issued for the Philippines, Indonesia, Japan, Palau, Yap, Taiwan, Papua New Guinea and the west coast of the United States.
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New Zealand and Australia both shared concerns of a tsunami earlier in the day, but later said giant waves are no longer a worry.
This is an ongoing event and updates will be provided.
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PHIVOLCS measures earthquake at magnitude 7.0
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) measured the earthquake at magnitude 7.0.
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It warned of damage and tsunami waves above one metre.
Tsunami watch cancelled for Australia
Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has cancelled its tsunami watch warning for the country’s coast and its territories.The cancellation was issued by the Joint Australian Tsunami Warning Centre (JATWC) at 10.38am AEST.
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The BoM statement reads:
“An undersea earthquake of magnitude 7.8 occurred at 9.37am AEST on Monday 8, June 2026 near Mindanao, Philippines.”
“No tsunami waves have been observed that pose a threat to the Australian mainland, islands or territories.”
“THE TSUNAMI WATCH FOR AUSTRALIA IS CANCELLED. No further updates will be issued unless the situation changes.”
Earthquake destroys RD Plaza building – photograph
RD Plaza building collapsed following the earthquake, DZRH NEWS reported.
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The building was home to LOVE Radio Gensan and DZRH News FM.
It is unclear whether there are any casualties.
Current data shows tsunami threat to New Zealand unlikely
The National Emergency Management Agency has determined there is unlikely to be a tsunami threat to New Zealand based on the current data.
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Earthquake downgraded to magnitude 7.8
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre has downgraded the earthquake to 7.8 magnitude quake.
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Part of Australia told to keep alert for possible tsunami updates
ABC Darwin is reporting a tsunami watch is in force for Austaralia’s Northern Territory.
Those living near the coast have been told to keep up to date with official updates.
The Bureau of Meteorology and the Joint Australian Tsunami Warning Centre has said that if a tsunami is generated it would not reach Australia until 2.30pm ACST.
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Honolulu records earthquake as magnitude 8.2 at 63km depth
Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre has said Honolulu recorded the earthquake as magnitude 8.2 at a depth of 63km.
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Tsunami advisory issued for Southern Japan
The Japanese Meteorological Society has issued a tsunami advisory for coastal areas in the southern parts of the country.
Tsunami could hit New Zealand in 10 hours
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New Zealand Civil Defence wrote in a post on Facebook:
“We are assessing whether the M8.2 Philippines earthquake poses any tsunami threat to New Zealand. If a tsunami has been generated it is not likely to arrive in New Zealand for at least 10 hours.”
Countries issued tsunami warnings
Possible tsunami warnings have been issued the following countries:
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Philippines
West coast of the United States
Indonesia
Palau
Yap
Taiwan
Papua New Guinea
Tsunami warnings issued for several countries
Tsunami warnings have been issued for several countries.
Earliest information on the earthquake
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An earthquake of magnitude 8.2 struck Mindanao in the Philippines.
The earthquake measured at a depth of 10km (6.2 miles).
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