Cebu quake survivors wait day and night for aid along San Remigio roadsides

• Residents of Tambongon, San Remigio continue to wait by the roadside for relief assistance
• The community was heavily affected by the magnitude 6.9 earthquake on September 30
• Both young and old rush toward any vehicle bringing food or water
• Survivors endure sleepless nights hoping for help to arrive

In the aftermath of the devastating magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu on September 30, residents of Barangay Tambongon in San Remigio continue to wait patiently along the roadside, hoping for any form of relief to come their way.

One post showing the difficult situation faced by quake survivors, who have been staying near the road since their homes were damaged touched hearts.

Young and old alike rush to meet vehicles passing through the area, hoping that one might stop to distribute food, drinking water, or other necessities.

With many still displaced, the roadside has become both shelter and waiting area for those trying to get by after the disaster.

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Residents said that day or night, they remain alert for the sound of engines approaching — a sign that another group of volunteers, private donors, or government teams may be on their way.

For many, these relief deliveries have become their only source of sustenance since the earthquake.

Authorities and aid groups continue to mobilize to reach remote and heavily affected barangays. However, challenges in accessibility and logistics have slowed down the distribution of relief goods.

Despite their hardships, the residents of Tambongon hold on to hope. Their patience and endurance reflect the resilience of Cebuanos, waiting in faith that more help will arrive to rebuild their lives after the powerful quake.

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.

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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