Indonesia experiences another quake of magnitude 5.7 after deadly 7.7 tremor
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck north-northwest of Ende, Indonesia, with no immediate reports of injuries or damage, coming days after a 7.7-magnitude quake that killed more than 35 people.
Why it matters
Repeated quakes highlight Indonesia's ongoing seismic risk and the need for preparedness.
How this story developed
- Aug 14 Strong 7.7-Magnitude Quake Hits Offshore Flores Area in Indonesia
- Aug 15 The tsunami warning was lifted after officials confirmed no hazardous sea‑level rise.
- Aug 15 Death toll rose to at least 47 and a magnitude‑6.8 quake struck northern Sumatra.
- Aug 16 Death toll confirmed at least 47, with about 5,000 people evacuated to shelters.
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