Philippines Earthquake Death Toll Rising

At least 26 people are dead in the central Philippines after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake late Tuesday.

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00:01At least 69 people are dead in the central Philippines after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake

00:06hit Tuesday night.

00:08The epicenter was just off the coast of Cebu Island near Bogo City.

00:12Authorities say at least 147 people were injured and 22 buildings were damaged.

00:17But they expect these figures to rise as the search for survivors continues.

00:21It comes as the region was just beginning to recover from Typhoon Boaloi, which displaced

00:25more than 400,000 people last week.

00:29Many of the injured are being treated outdoors due to the threat of aftershocks.

00:32Taiwan says its disaster relief team is prepared to assist if Manila seeks international support.