Powerful Flores 7.7-magnitude earthquake kills 20 as two remain buried
A POWERFUL 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least 20 people and injuring six, while two others remained buried, according to a search and rescue official. "From the reports we have rece...
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Flores island in eastern Indonesia on Saturday morning, resulting in at least 20 deaths and six injuries. Search and rescue official Fathur Rahman informed AFP that two individuals were still trapped under the rubble. The earthquake, which had a depth of 15km, was centered offshore near the north coast of Flores, approximately 68km northwest of Ende.
It was followed by strong aftershocks, including one measuring 6.1. Initially, a tsunami warning was issued, but it was later lifted after waves of less than one meter were recorded. The quake's impact was felt across several regions, with buildings collapsing and residents fleeing in panic. About 2,000 residents in Nagekeo were evacuated, and damage was reported to homes, warehouses, and government facilities.
Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency urged coastal residents to move to higher ground after the initial tsunami warning.
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Also reported by 3 other outlets
- Flores earthquake: 16 Malaysian tourists safe, says embassy nst.com.my
- No Malaysians reported missing in Flores earthquake freemalaysiatoday.com
- Pertamina assures fuel supplies in Flores secure after M7.7 earthquake en.antaranews.com
