Two trucks carrying Cebu earthquake relief goods crash along highway

• Two relief trucks met an accident in Barangay Cansomoroy, Balamban, Cebu on Sunday afternoon
• The vehicles were delivering aid to earthquake victims in Cebu
• The crash occurred along a sharp curve on the Cebu Transcentral Highway
• Authorities reminded motorists to drive carefully on steep and winding roads

Authorities reported that two trucks transporting relief goods for earthquake victims in Cebu were involved in an accident along the Cebu Transcentral Highway in Barangay Cansomoroy, Balamban, on Sunday afternoon, October 5, 2025.

The vehicles were part of a convoy delivering essential supplies to communities affected by the recent tremors in the province.

Initial information revealed that both trucks lost control while navigating a sharp curve in the mountainous section of the highway, a route known for its steep inclines and tight turns.

Witnesses said the crash caused a temporary blockage of the road as sacks of relief goods scattered across the area.

Responding rescue teams from Balamban’s disaster and emergency units immediately arrived at the scene to assist the drivers and passengers of the two vehicles.

Authorities have not yet released the official count of those injured, but several individuals were reportedly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Traffic was temporarily halted as clearing operations were conducted to remove the damaged trucks and recover the spilled cargo.

The local government of Balamban and the Cebu provincial disaster office assured that delivery of relief goods to earthquake-hit areas would continue despite the incident. They also urged motorists to exercise caution when driving through the Transcentral Highway, especially during deliveries or aid missions.

Officials reminded the public to be respectful when sharing or commenting on videos of the crash, noting that the footage contains sensitive material related to the accident.

News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

In a previous report by KAMI, a magnitude 6.9 quake struck off Bogo City at 9:59 p.m., upgraded from initial 6.7, according to Phivolcs. Death toll rose to 35, with 30 in Bogo City and 5 in San Remigio, including a 10-year-old boy. Sports complex collapsed during a basketball game, killing Coast Guard and BFP members; rescuers still searching. Classes suspended and safety checks ordered, as Cebu faces power outages, communication cuts, and aftershock warnings.

In another viral local report, a 51-year-old public school teacher in Las Piñas City was stabbed multiple times by her own husband. According to the report of EJ Gomez in 'Unang Balita,' the 38-year-old suspect committed the crime inside the school's faculty room. Police authorities said the school has a security guard, but, being a familiar face in the school, the suspect managed to easily get in and out of the school. The suspect said he was there to talk to his wife and settle their misunderstanding, but unfortunately, it led to a big arguement.

Source: KAMI.com.gh