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Powerful 7.7 earthquake strikes Flores Island in Indonesia
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Plan International , as published by ReliefWeb
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Many people have been injured and over 30 have been killed, according to early reports.
A powerful earthquake struck Flores Island in Indonesia, causing significant damage and loss of life. The earthquake's impact was felt in several areas, including homes and schools. Many people have been injured and over 30 have been killed, according to early reports.
Access to some communities has been restricted due to landslides, which have cut off critical supply routes. A tsunami warning was initially issued but has since been lifted. Further details about the earthquake and its aftermath are available from ReliefWeb, including information on the response efforts of organizations such as Plan Indonesia.
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Category: disaster Published: August 15, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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