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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 17, 2026Miami-Dade

Indonesian authorities confirm 53 deaths following 7.7 magnitude earthquake

Rescue teams recovered six additional bodies on Sunday following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in eastern Indonesia, bringing the total confirmed death toll to 53. Thousands of displaced residents remain outdoors due to ongoing concerns regarding 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 registered a magnitude of 7.7.
  • The earthquake occurred in eastern Indonesia.
  • 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“The city where the report originated.”locationIndonesia“The country where the earthquake occurred.”personFathur Rahman“Head of the search-and-rescue office in Maumere”personAnastasia Imad“Local farmer affected by the earthquake”organizationAssociated Press“News agency reporting the event”locationFlores“Island in Indonesia impacted by the earthquake”organizationU.S. Geological Survey“Agency that recorded the earthquake data”