Indonesia lifts tsunami warning after magnitude 7.7 quake; death toll rises to 38

Published Aug 15, 03:29 AM UTC

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of eastern Indonesia, prompting a tsunami warning that was later lifted. The quake caused significant damage and casualties, with initial reports indicating at least 20 deaths, later rising to at least 38 as rescue operations continued. Multiple news outlets, including BBC, Reuters, France 24, The Guardian, and NBC News, reported on the event, highlighting the ongoing rescue efforts and the impact on local communities. The earthquake occurred in a seismically active region, and authorities are assessing the full extent of the damage.