Death toll climbs to 53 as rescue teams search after Indonesia quake

Death toll climbs to 53 as rescue teams search after Indonesia quake

Rescue crews in East Nusa Tenggara said they had recovered six additional bodies, raising the confirmed death toll to 53, as thousands remained displaced and aid efforts focused on restoring electricity and reaching isolated villages. The 7.

7-magnitude undersea quake struck off eastern Flores triggering a brief tsunami warning that was later lifted. Initial reports noted building damage, power outages and at least five deaths, with later updates increasing the death count to 38 and confirming dozens of injuries.

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United States Geological Survey Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency Yohanna Embu Australia’s tsunami warning centre

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Ende, Flores Island, Indonesia Flores Island, Indonesia Sikka regency, Flores Island, Indonesia Maumere, Flores Island, Indonesia Indonesia Australia

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Օգոստոս 16, 2026
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Rescuers in Indonesia search for possible survivors after quake kills 53
Rescuers in Indonesia search for possible survivors after quake kills 53

AP News • 16 Օգս 11:41

Rescue crews in East Nusa Tenggara have recovered six more bodies, bringing the confirmed death count to 53, while thousands remain displaced and aid efforts focus on restoring utilities and reaching isolated villages.

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Օգոստոս 15, 2026
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At least 38 killed after powerful 7.7 earthquake strikes Indonesia, triggers tsunami warning
At least 38 killed after powerful 7.7 earthquake strikes Indonesia, triggers tsunami warning

CBS News • 15 Օգս 09:09

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores region of Indonesia on Saturday, killing 38 people, injuring dozens and prompting a brief tsunami warning that was later lifted.

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Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 38
Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing at least 38

npr.org • 15 Օգս 08:29

A 7.7-magnitude quake struck off Flores early Saturday, causing building collapses, landslides and at least 38 deaths, while a tsunami warning was later lifted.

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Indonesia earthquake: 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off coast of Indonesia, killing at least 5
Indonesia earthquake: 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off coast of Indonesia, killing at least 5

ABC7 Los Angeles • 15 Օգս 02:54

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores early Saturday, causing building collapses, power outages and five confirmed deaths, while a tsunami warning was later lifted.

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Magnitude 7.7 quake strikes off coast of Indonesia and tsunami warning issued
Magnitude 7.7 quake strikes off coast of Indonesia and tsunami warning issued

AP News • 15 Օգս 01:56

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island early Saturday, killing at least two people, injuring others and prompting a brief tsunami warning that was subsequently cancelled.

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Magnitude-7.7 quake hits off coast of Indonesia and tsunami warning issued
Magnitude-7.7 quake hits off coast of Indonesia and tsunami warning issued

NBC News • 14 Օգս 23:25

A magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck off eastern Flores, prompting a tsunami warning and reports of building damage, while authorities urged residents to move to higher ground.

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