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DFA Confirms Death of Filipino in Myanmar Earthquake; Three Still Missing GMA Network | News and Entertainment +3
The DFA has confirmed the death of Filipino national Francis Aragon due to the recent earthquake in Myanmar. Efforts are ongoing to locate three other missing Filipinos, and the Philippine Embassy is facilitating repatriation for those affected.
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has confirmed the death of one Filipino national following the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025. The deceased has been identified as Francis Aragon. The DFA has informed Aragon's family and is withholding further details to respect their privacy during this difficult time.
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Missing Individuals: Three other Filipinos remain unaccounted for in the aftermath of the earthquake. The DFA continues to coordinate with local authorities in Myanmar to locate them.
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Repatriation Efforts: The Philippine Embassy in Yangon is offering repatriation assistance to affected Filipinos who request it.
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Overall Impact: The earthquake has resulted in significant casualties and damage, with the death toll surpassing 3,000.
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