Heroic 17-Year-Old Sacrifices Life to Save Family During Devastating Philippines Earthquake

Oct 03, 2025 12:12 am CST

In a tragic yet inspiring story from Bogo City, Philippines, 17-year-old Lady Jane Ytang sacrificed her life to protect her family during a 6.9-magnitude earthquake. As one of 72 victims, her selfless act saved her mother, infant brother, and father when their home was partially buried by a landslide. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has promised support for thousands of displaced families affected by the disaster.