Powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia, killing 20 people and sending thousands fleeing
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A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Flores island in eastern Indonesia, resulting in at least 20 confirmed deaths. The disaster triggered mass evacuations as thousands of residents fled the area in response to the tremors.
Rescue teams are currently searching through debris for survivors as the full extent of the damage is assessed. The initial earthquake has been followed by dozens of aftershocks, the most significant of which reached a magnitude of 6.1.
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Vanguard (NG)Focuses on the immediate rescue operations and human toll.
TheJournal.ie (Dublin, Ireland)Emphasizes the seismic activity and subsequent aftershocks.