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Indonesia Earthquake Kills Dozens, Leaves Thousands Homeless

A deadly earthquake in Indonesia has killed at least 68 people and left nearly 13,000 homeless. Thousands of survivors are awaiting aid as rescue efforts continue amidst aftershocks.

17 Aug, 01:37 — 17 Aug, 12:32
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APVery High10h ago

Thousands in Indonesia await aid after quake kills 54, overshadowing Independence Day - AP News

Thousands in Indonesia await aid after quake kills 54, overshadowing Independence Day  AP News

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DWHigh5h ago

Indonesia: Thousands await aid as quake death toll rises to 68

Indonesia marked its Independence Day on Monday but celebrations have been overshadowed by an earthquake which has left over 60 people dead and thousands homeless. Residents say they need aid as soon as possible.

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France 24High5h ago

Indonesia earthquake leaves thousands homeless as rescue efforts continue

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia last week, killing dozens, injuring hundreds and damaging more than 900 buildings. Nearly 13,000 people have been displaced, with many still sheltering in tents as rescue efforts continue and hospitals treat the wounded.

By FRANCE24

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual3h ago

At least 68 dead after Indonesia earthquake as survivors experience aftershocks, await aid

Thousands have been evacuated following the country's deadliest disaster since a 2022 quake killed hundreds in West Java.

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual12h ago

Nearly 13,000 displaced after deadly Indonesian quake

Thousands of people displaced by a powerful earthquake in eastern Indonesia awaited much-needed aid on Monday as they camped out at schools, police stations and government offices, with many stuck outside. The 7.7 magnitude quake early on Saturday killed 53 people and injured more than 100. Rescue officials have said there are no reports of people missing. However, the number of people unable to return to their homes had risen to 12,800 by Monday morning, dispersed among several towns on Flores

By The Korea Herald

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Bangkok PostMostly Factual12h ago

Nearly 13,000 displaced by deadly Indonesian quake

MBAY, Indonesia  - Thousands of people displaced by a powerful earthquake in eastern Indonesia awaited much-needed aid on Monday as they camped out at schools, police stations and government offices, with many stuck outside.

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express-tribuneMostly Factual14h ago

Search for Indonesia quake victims underway on Independence Day

Nearly 1,600 aftershocks recorded as death toll from Saturday's disaster reaches 53

By Reuters

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