Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes Flores, Indonesia, killing 70
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Flores, Indonesia, early on August 20, causing at least 70 confirmed deaths and widespread destruction. The tremor triggered immediate tsunami warnings and the collapse of hundreds of buildings across coastal villages. Search and rescue teams are working to reach remote areas where communications have been severed. Early reports suggest significant casualties remain trapped under debris, and the death toll is expected to rise as emergency services clear impacted zones.
Date: August 20, 2026
Location: Flores, Indonesia
Conflict: none
Category: infrastructure
Severity: CRITICAL
Casualties reported: 70
Source: Wikipedia (News Portal)