Globe says infra stable after magnitude 7.4 quake

MANILA -- Globe Telecom on Tuesday said its infrastructure in Mindanao was not damaged by the strong quake that hit Surigao del Sur over the weekend.

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In a statement, Globe said their facilities in Mindanao are fully operational, and no major service interruptions were recorded in the area.

Generator sets and batteries are also on the ground to ensure uninterrupted service, Globe said.

The company's chief sustainability and corporate communications officer Yoly Crisanto also said personnel are present to assist affected communities with their digital solutions and other interventions.

Some 141 homes were destroyed, while over 700 were partially damaged by Mindanao quake.

• 141 homes destroyed, over 700 partially damaged by Mindanao quake

At least 1,726 aftershocks have been recorded in the province of Surigao del Sur and nearby areas following the powerful tremblor.

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