Nearly 1,000 aftershocks followed Indonesia earthquake that killed at least 53, officials say
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia, triggering a tsunami warning and killing at least 53 people. The earthquake was followed by nearly 1,000 aftershocks, with a second earthquake of magnitude 5.9 also reported. Thousands have been evacuated, and rescuers are searching for survivors. The earthquake caused widespread damage and cut roads, making rescue efforts challenging.
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- ✓ A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia, killing at least 53 people.
- ✓ The earthquake triggered a tsunami warning and was followed by nearly 1,000 aftershocks.
- ✓ A second earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck Indonesia's Flores region.
- ✓ Thousands have been evacuated, and rescuers are searching for survivors.
What changed
The death toll from the earthquake has risen to 53, with rescuers recovering six more bodies in the aftermath.
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Indonesia earthquake death toll rises to 53, nearly 1,000 aftershocks reported
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia, triggering a tsunami warning and killing at least 53 people. The earthquake was followed by nearly 1,000 aftershocks, with a second earthquake of magnitude 5.9 also reported. Thousands have been evacuated, and rescuers are searching for survivors. The earthquake caused widespread damage and cut roads, making rescue efforts challenging.
Why it matters
Indonesia is located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, making it prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The country has experienced several deadly earthquakes in the past decade, including the 2018 Sulawesi earthquake that killed over 4,000 people. The latest earthquake has raised concerns about the country's preparedness and response to natural disasters.
What is confirmed
- A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia, killing at least 53 people.
- The earthquake triggered a tsunami warning and was followed by nearly 1,000 aftershocks.
- A second earthquake of magnitude 5.9 struck Indonesia's Flores region.
- Thousands have been evacuated, and rescuers are searching for survivors.
Still unconfirmed
- A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores region as the death toll rose to 53
What to watch next
- Further updates on the number of casualties and damage caused by the earthquake
- Rescue efforts and evacuation of affected areas
- Official statements from Indonesian authorities on the response to the disaster
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (12)
- FOX Weather — Tsunami Warning issued after massive magnitude 7.7 earthquake rocks Indonesia along the Pacific Ring of Fire
- USGS (.gov) — M 7.7 - 68 km NNW of Ende, Indonesia
- CBS News — At least 5 killed after powerful 7.7 earthquake strikes Indonesia, triggers tsunami warning
- ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — 2nd earthquake hits Indonesia following powerful magnitude 7.7 quake
- BBC — Rescuers search for survivors of powerful Indonesia earthquake
- Reuters — Indonesia's deadliest earthquakes of past decade
- CNBC — Thousands evacuated after Indonesia quake kills 51, cuts roads
- Vatican News — Caritas Indonesia mobilizes in response to Flores earthquake
- The Economist — World in Brief: Indonesia hit by earthquake; migrants stage protest in Ceuta
- South China Morning Post — Fresh magnitude 5.9 quake strikes Indonesia’s Flores as death toll rises to 53
- The Economist — World in Brief: Eastern Indonesia hit by earthquake; South Korea proposes Korean War talks
- Los Angeles Times — Rescuers in Indonesia recover 6 more bodies in earthquake aftermath, raising death toll to 53
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