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Flores Hit by 7.7 Quake: 2 Dead, Buildings Damaged
15 Aug
Summary
- A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Flores island, Indonesia, killing at least two people.
- The quake caused significant damage to buildings and homes across the region.
- A brief tsunami warning was issued but later lifted after the seismic event.
A severe 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Flores island in Indonesia on Saturday morning, causing at least two deaths and widespread damage to structures. The tremor, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, also prompted a brief tsunami warning for coastal communities, urging residents to seek higher ground. Although the warning was later lifted, the event instilled panic, with many people evacuating their homes and businesses.
Footage shared on social media depicted buildings collapsing and chaotic scenes as people fled. Residents reported intense shaking, with some witnessing structural damage to homes and public facilities like the Maumere port terminal waiting room. This event underscores the seismic risks faced by Indonesia, an archipelago situated on the geologically active Pacific 'Ring of Fire,' which experiences frequent earthquakes.
