Twenty dead after Indonesia’s magnitude-7.7 earthquake
Summary
At least 20 people were killed after a magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia, triggering small tsunami waves and dozens of aftershocks. Rescue efforts were slowed by landslides, communication disruptions and damage to homes and government facilities.
Key Points
- Rescuers in Maumere found 20 dead, six injured and two people trapped under rubble after the powerful quake.
- Small tsunami waves were recorded in several areas before the warning was lifted about three hours later.
- Authorities reported evacuations, landslides, power outages and damage in Nagekeo and other parts of East Nusa Tenggara.
- The quake was felt across multiple provinces in Indonesia and followed by several aftershocks.
