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NewsWPLG Local 10August 17, 2026Miami-Dade

Rescue teams recover six additional bodies following Indonesia earthquake

Rescue teams in eastern Indonesia recovered six more bodies on Sunday following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake, bringing the total confirmed death toll to 53. Thousands of displaced residents remain outdoors due to concerns regarding potential aftershocks.

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Why It Matters

The earthquake has resulted in 53 confirmed fatalities and the displacement of thousands of residents who are currently unable to return to their homes.

Key Facts

  • The confirmed death toll from the earthquake has reached 53.
  • Rescue teams recovered six additional bodies on Sunday.
  • The earthquake was measured at a magnitude of 7.7.
  • Thousands of people have been displaced from their homes.
  • Displaced residents are sleeping outdoors due to fear of aftershocks.

Who's Mentioned

personAbdul Muhari“National Disaster Management Agency’s chief for disaster prevention”locationRuteng“Location of the report in Indonesia.”locationIndonesia“Country where the earthquake occurred.”personFathur Rahman“Head of the search-and-rescue office in Maumere”personAnastasia Imad“Local farmer affected by the earthquake”locationFlores“Island where the earthquake occurred”organizationU.S. Geological Survey“Agency that recorded the earthquake data”