Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, toppling buildings and killing at least 2
MAUMERE, Indonesia (AP) -- A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia early Saturday, collapsing buildings and homes, killi
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia on Saturday morning, causing widespread damage and at least two fatalities. The quake's epicenter was located 68 km north-northwest of the city of Ende in East Nusa Tenggara province, with a depth of 10 kilometers. Authorities issued a tsunami warning, but later lifted it after confirming no significant sea-level changes.
Buildings and homes collapsed, leading to evacuations and injuries. The U.S Geological Survey confirmed the initial quake and several aftershocks. Indonesia, located on the Ring of Fire, is prone to earthquakes and volcanic activity.
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