Indonesia Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 53 as Rescuers Continue Search Efforts
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Flores, Indonesia, leading to a significant increase in the death toll. Rescue teams have recovered an additional six bodies, bringing the total number of fatalities to 53. The seismic event, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers shortly before 6 a.m. on Saturday, triggered widespread landslides across six regencies on the predominantly Catholic island. Initial reports indicated that the hardest-hit areas, including Manggarai, East Manggarai, and Nagekeo, were largely inaccessible. Authorities have confirmed that over 900 homes were completely destroyed and an additional 450 sustained damage in East Nusa Tenggara province, forcing approximately 5,000 residents into temporary shelters. The U.S. Geological Survey recorded the earthquake's magnitude. Residents experienced widespread panic, and tsunami warnings were issued before being subsequently lifted. Abdul Muhari, chief for disaster prevention at the National Disaster Management Agency, reported 995 aftersh... 
