A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores Island in eastern Indonesia on August 15, 2026, with the epicentre located offshore near Nagekeo Regency in East Nusa Tenggara Province.
The earthquake caused significant destruction across parts of Flores, including landslides, damaged homes and infrastructure, and tsunami waves. The disaster also led to evacuations and extensive rescue and relief operations.
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Indonesia lies along the Pacific Ring of Fire, making it highly vulnerable to earthquakes and volcanic activity. The August 15 earthquake was a major natural-disaster event and an important development for international current affairs.
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Question: Which province in eastern Indonesia was struck by a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake on August 15, 2026?
✅ Answer: East Nusa Tenggara (Nusa Tenggara Timur) Province, Indonesia 🇮🇩
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