Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia, tsunami warning issued
- Posted on August 15, 2026
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Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia, tsunami warning issued
An earthquake of magnitude 7.7 struck eastern Indonesia early Saturday morning. Several aftershocks followed the initial powerful tremor, which lasted for one minute. Minor tsunami waves were recorded in several coastal areas after the quake. Many residents evacuated their homes, but no significant damage was initially reported. Hospitals began moving patients to safer locations as a precaution.
