It is reported by the Philippine Daily Inquirer, citing the Philippine National Council for Disaster Risk Reduction and Response.

According to him, as a result of earthquakes, damage was caused to more than 27 thousand houses, 854 schools and 73 medical facilities.

In addition, due to the elements, about 4.3 thousand families were forced to leave their homes.

Two earthquakes of magnitude 6.6 and 6.5 occurred on the Philippine island of Mindanao on October 29 and 31. Nine and three earthquake victims were reported.