Philippines
Two explosions rock southern Philippines
Manila/Xinhua: Two explosions hit the town of Jolo in the southern Philippine province of Sulu Monday noon, a military report said, adding that blasts "resulted in numerous casualties."
In an initial report, the military said the explosion occurred around 12:00 noon in front of a grocery store along a busy street in Jolo, the capital of Sulu province.
The report added the blast "resulted in numerous casualties."
About one hour after the first blast, a second explosion rocked a church at 1:00 p.m. The police have also confirmed the "heavy explosions."
A police spokesman said they are checking the casualties and assessing the situation.
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