Cebu Earthquake 2025: Death Toll Climbs to 19, Archbishop Uy Urges Faith and Unity

A powerful 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck Cebu on Tuesday night, Sept. 30,  killing at least 19 people and injuring dozens across northern towns.

According to the Cebu Provincial Information Office (PIO), nine adults and four minors died in Bogo City. Initial report from the Capitol stated most of the victims were crushed when their homes collapsed. Bogo City was identified as the epicenter of the quake. Five confirmed dead in San Remigio, including a 10-year-old child.

The local government declared a state of calamity in San Remigio due to damages caused by the quake.

Newly installed Archbishop Alberto Uy vowed to bring its 4.7 million faithful closer to God. He urged prayers and solidarity for earthquake victims. His first major act of leadership came sooner than expected, as he directed all parishes and rectories to undergo structural assessments after a powerful earthquake struck the province. The directive followed reports of damage to several churches in northern Cebu, including the Sta. Rosa de Lima Shrine in Daanbantayan.