The death toll from Monday’s 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines has risen to 61, according to local authorities. The quake struck the island of Mindanao, causing widespread damage and triggering ongoing rescue efforts. Officials continue to assess the full extent of the devastation and anticipate the number of casualties may increase. The earthquake’s intensity prompted evacuations and damaged infrastructure across the region. Response teams are working to provide aid to affected communities, focusing on search and rescue operations and delivering essential supplies. Further aftershocks are being reported, complicating recovery efforts and raising concerns for residents.