Magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Indonesia: Navy "intensifies surveillance" for possible tsunami in Peru
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An earthquake of magnitude 7.7 struck off the coast of Indonesia on Friday, August 14, at a depth of 10 kilometers, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The epicenter was located 68 kilometers northwest-northwest of Ende, near the island of Flores in the southwestern region of the country.
Initially, Indonesian meteorological authorities discarded the possibility of a tsunami following the tremor, and preliminary reports indicated no casualties or significant material damage. Meanwhile, authorities in Peru responded to the event by having their Navy intensify surveillance regarding a potential tsunami threat to the Peruvian coast.
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Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Tsunami discardedFocuses on Indonesia discarding tsunami threats and lack of damage.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Peru surveillanceEmphasizes Peru's naval surveillance and USGS seismic data details.
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