After a powerful earthquake in the southern Philippines that kills at least 45 people, the region is experiencing repeated aftershocks that complicate rescue and recovery efforts, multiple outlets report. ABC News and The Independent say aftershocks continue in the days following the initial quake, adding instability to already damaged areas. TheIndependent and ABC News also report that, in addition to the confirmed deaths, 17 people are missing. Yahoo News similarly describes aftershocks affecting the pace and safety of recovery work. Sources agree that the earthquake has displaced thousands of residents, increasing pressure on emergency services and local authorities. While details of damage and response measures are not provided in the excerpts, all accounts characterize the situation as ongoing, with responders working amid continuing seismic activity. The shared reporting focuses on the death toll, missing persons, displacement, and the persistence of aftershocks as key elements of the aftermath.