Resorts and other business establishments in Davao Oriental also suffered losses following the powerful magnitude 7.4 and 6.8 doublet earthquakes that struck the province on October 10, 2025.

The Dahican Beach, one of the city’s most popular surfing destinations, saw a sharp decline in visitors following the strong tremors.

The beachfront, usually lined with bustling resorts and tourists, has gone quiet as business operations slowed down.

“Karon nag adjust mi gamay ra gyud ang guest,” a resort staff, Pinky Beltran, said.

Surfing instructors were also among those hit hard by the drop in tourist activity.

“Kahapon may turista pero isa lang di kagaya nong walang pangyayari yong walang lindol. Sa ngayon wala talaga walang income ma’am,” surf instructor, Chito Plaña, said.

Even small vendors selling native delicacies along the beach appealed for assistance, saying their livelihoods have been affected severely.

“Walay hinabang diha? Nagpait among kahimtang diri walay tao sa beach kay nagduha-duhag sulod tungod sa kalamidad nga linog,” a vendor, Genevive Monares, added.

A nearby hotel also reported minor structural damage and was forced to halt operations for three days while authorities assessed the integrity of its building.

“Naa gyud siya lugi syempre…kay dili paman mi ka-accommodate,” a hotel staff said.

Business owners fear that if the situation continues and aftershocks persist, their financial losses could grow even worse.