Two people killed after 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia

A 7.7‑magnitude earthquake hit the Flores area of East Nusa Tenggara shortly before 05:00 local time, according to Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics agency, which listed the quake’s depth at 15 km. The tremor resulted in the deaths of two individuals—a man and a woman—as confirmed by the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB). “The unfortunate information is inactive being verified and further information postulation is being conducted by the tract team,” the connection said. Authorities initially issued a possible tsunami warning after the quake, but later declared the threat over. Strong aftershocks followed, including one measuring 6.1 in magnitude, and were felt across the same mountainous region. BNPB advised residents to remain calm, stay away from coastal zones, and avoid entering buildings, particularly those showing cracks or structural damage. “Residents should besides debar entering buildings, particularly those that person already sustained cracks oregon structural damage,” BNPB said. The agency added that it is prioritising public safety and working to prevent further casualties from aftershocks and related hazards. “A accelerated appraisal is presently underway to find the fig of casualties and the grade of the impact. We volition supply that accusation aft the information has been verified.” Officials said a rapid assessment is ongoing to determine the full scale of casualties and damage, with updates to follow once information is verified.