One dead after 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesia's Flores region

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the Flores region of Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara province early Monday, causing at least one death and four injuries. The quake hit at a shallow depth of 15 kilometers, according to Indonesia's agency for Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics.

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Following verification and validation by personnel on the ground, the data was revised to one confirmed fatality.

Authorities initially issued a tsunami warning for the region following the tremor but later declared it over. The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) confirmed one fatality and four injured after verifying initial reports that suggested two deaths. The agency stated that the revised data came after ground personnel conducted verification and validation.

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Residents should also avoid entering buildings, especially those that have already sustained cracks or structural damage.

Efforts are underway to assess the full extent of the destruction in the remote and mountainous area. The BNPB is prioritizing public safety and working to prevent further casualties from potential aftershocks and related hazards. Strong aftershocks, including one measuring 6.1 magnitude, were felt in the same vicinity. Residents have been advised to remain calm, stay away from coastal areas, and avoid entering damaged buildings.

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A rapid assessment is currently underway to determine the number of casualties and the extent of the impact. We will provide that information after the data has been verified.