Magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Indonesia's coast kills at least 20
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off Indonesia's coast early Saturday, killing at least 20 people. Buildings collapsed and residents panicked in a region long prone to devastating quakes.
A major earthquake measuring magnitude 7.7 hit waters off the coast of Indonesia in the early hours of Saturday, leaving at least 20 people dead.
The powerful tremor caused buildings to collapse and triggered panic among residents. Indonesia sits in a region that has repeatedly experienced deadly and destructive earthquakes, making such disasters a recurring danger for the population.
The full scope of the damage and whether the death toll may rise remains unclear as authorities continue to assess the situation. Local emergency services are working to evaluate the impact of the quake and assist those affected.
