Powerful 7.7-Magnitude Quake in Indonesia Kills at Least 20 People
At a glance
- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Flores island on Saturday.
- At least 20 people have been killed, with rescue operations underway.
- A tsunami warning was issued and later lifted after small waves were observed.
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A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia early on Saturday, August 15, killing at least 20 people and injuring six. The quake, which had its epicentre off the coast of Flores island, triggered a tsunami warning that was later lifted. Dozens of aftershocks have been reported, and rescue operations are ongoing in the hardest-hit areas, including Nagekeo regency.
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At least 20 people have been killed after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Flores island in eastern Indonesia on Saturday. Rescue teams are searching for survivors in the rubble, with efforts hampered by landslides.
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انڈونیشیا میں 7.7 شدت کا زلزلہ، سونامی کا خطرہ ٹل گیا، 20 افراد جاں بحق
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