Indonesia: Strong earthquake hits off coast of Flores island
A strong magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Flores island in Indonesia, causing at least five deaths and structural damage. A tsunami warning issued in response has now been lifted.
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Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.7M, Depth:10km) in Indonesia 20/08/2026 02:46 UTC, Few people affected (in MMI>=VII).
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