**Urgent Travel Alert for Brits: Mindanao Earthquake**
Heads up, travellers! A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Mindanao, Philippines, leaving a tragic aftermath with at least 12 people dead and 200 injured. This massive quake affected the country’s second-largest island on June 8.
The Foreign Office is urging British nationals headed to the region to exercise caution. If you’re in southern Mindanao, brace for possible aftershocks and stay clear of any damaged structures. Residents and visitors in coastal areas are advised to evacuate to higher ground as a tsunami warning has been issued.
For those with travel plans to Mindanao, check with your provider and ensure your travel insurance covers natural disasters. Keep a close eye on local updates and advisories from official sources like the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).
President Bongbong Marcos has already dispatched disaster response teams across affected areas, with evacuation centres being prepped and infrastructure assessments underway. Classes in affected areas are suspended until further notice to prioritise safety.
Your safety is the top priority, so please follow local authorities’ advice and keep informed. Stay safe, everyone!