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Philippines EarthquakE: Children displaced following strong quake, focus must be on ensuring safe shelter
By Save the Children at ReliefWeb
· June 10, 2026
· 4 min read
. MANILA, 10 June - About 30,000 people, including children, have been displaced in the southern Philippines following one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in half a century. The quake, which has killed at least 37 people* and caused extensive damage, including to homes and schools, h
Key takeaway [1] Faisah Ali, Humanitarian Manager, Save the Children Philippines, said: "The shock is far from over for children in the southern Philippines.
Why this matters
The displacement of 30,000 people, including children, in the southern Philippines following the strong earthquake highlights the urgent need for safe and temporary shelter. The damage to over 1,400 classrooms also raises concerns about the long-term impact on education and child development. As organizations like Save the Children respond to the crisis, their efforts to distribute essential items such as household kits and hygiene kits will be crucial in addressing the immediate needs of affected families. The focus on ensuring safe temporary shelters is particularly important for children, who are vulnerable to violence, abuse, and exploitation in evacuation centers and temporary living arrangements. As the response efforts continue, it will be essential to prioritize child protection and safety, and to ensure that the needs of children and families are at the forefront of relief efforts. This disaster also underscores the importance of ECFA-accredited nonprofits and relief organizations in providing effective and responsible humanitarian aid.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 10, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? . MANILA, 10 June - About 30,000 people, including children, have been displaced in the southern Philippines following one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in half a century. The quake, which has killed at least 37 people* and caused extensive damage, including to homes and schools, h
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