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Earthquake off Indonesia topples buildings, kills 1 person and sets off small tsunami
- A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Northern Molucca Sea near Indonesia's Ternate island, causing building damage and panic among residents.
- The earthquake generated tsunami waves up to 75 cm high and triggered tsunami warnings within a 1,000 km radius around Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia.
- At least one person died from falling rubble in Manado city, and several others were injured, with damage reported in multiple areas including Ternate and Bitung.
- Indonesia's meteorological agency lifted the tsunami warning hours later, urging residents to prepare for possible evacuations amid nearly 50 aftershocks.
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Powerful 7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia, Killing One
A 7.4-magnitude quake struck the Molucca Sea near Ternate early Thursday, shaking homes, roads, and nerves. One elderly woman lost her life after being crushed by debris, while others were injured in the chaos. For many, it wasn’t just another tremor—it was “the strongest in years.”Tsunami warnings were quickly issued across parts of Asia, from Japan to Philippines, before being lifted hours later. A close call—but a reminder of how quickly thin…
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake has struck northern Indonesia, killing one person. An initial tsunami warning has passed, but residents have fled their homes in fear, while authorities are still warning of aftershocks.
A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake shook northern Indonesia this Thursday, causing the collapse of buildings, scenes of panic among the population and the death of at least...
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