Watch: Moments as 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Philippines

At least 69 people have been killed in a 6.9 magnitude earthquake in the central Philippines, officials say.

The shallow quake occurred at just before 22:00 local time (13:50 GMT) along the northern tip of the island of Cebu, which is home to 3.2 million people.

Rescuers are sifting through rubble for survivors as authorities rush to deliver aid and restore electricity and communication lines.

The local authorities of towns and cities in Cebu, including Bogo, San Remigio, Tabuelan and Medellin have declared a state of calamity. All four areas have reported deaths from the earthquake.