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Two dead after magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia

Two dead after magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia

By Dewi Kurniawati JAKARTA, Aug 15 (Reuters) - At least two people died after an earthquake of magnitude 7.7 and dozens of aftershocks struck off eastern Indonesia early on Saturday, the authorities said.
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Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, toppling buildings and killing at least 2

Magnitude 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, toppling buildings and killing at least 2

A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake has struck off the coast of Indonesia, damaging buildings and homes, killing at least two people and causing panic in a region prone to deadly quakes
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Race to reach trapped Colombia quake survivors offers hope

Race to reach trapped Colombia quake survivors offers hope

By Nelson Bocanegra, Luis Jaime Acosta and Julia Symmes Cobb PEREIRA/BOGOTA, Colombia, Aug 14 (Reuters) - Rescuers in Colombia raced to free survivors still trapped under the rubble on Friday, four days after one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the Andean nation in decades left hundreds of
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Ladakh Experiences Twin Earthquakes, No Casualties Reported

Ladakh Experiences Twin Earthquakes, No Casualties Reported

The region of Leh in Ladakh was struck by two moderate earthquakes on Thursday. The first tremor, measuring 5.5 in magnitude, occurred at 6:05 am IST, followed by a second quake of 4.3 magnitude nearly four hours later. Despite the seismic activity, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant structural damage. The region, known for its seismic activity, experienced heightened alertness among residents, although the quakes did not result in any major disruptions.
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Hundreds still missing in Colombia as desperation grips earthquake rescue effort

Hundreds still missing in Colombia as desperation grips earthquake rescue effort

By Nelson Bocanegra and Julia Symmes Cobb CALI/PEREIRA, Colombia, Aug 13 (Reuters) - Hopes of finding more survivors from the powerful earthquake that rocked Colombia early this week were fading on Thursday as rescue workers narrowed their searches, while families in the worst-hit areas waited for
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NOAA Raises El Niño Forecast to Nearly 70% Chance of Record Strength, Impacting Global Weather Patterns

NOAA Raises El Niño Forecast to Nearly 70% Chance of Record Strength, Impacting Global Weather Patterns

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has significantly increased its forecast for the likelihood of El Niño reaching record strength, estimating a nearly 70% chance. This adjustment is based on rapid intensification and computer models predicting a peak in late fall and early winter. El Niño, a climate cycle characterized by warmer than average ocean temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific, affects global weather patterns by transferring heat into the atmosphere, leading to droughts in Indonesia and Australia and flooding in parts of South America. NOAA's revised forecast suggests that sea surface temperature anomalies could exceed 2.5 degrees Celsius above average, potentially surpassing the 1982-1983 El Niño, previously the strongest on record.
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Rescuers evacuate more than 200 from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Rescuers evacuate more than 200 from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Authorities in Indonesia say rescuers evacuated 211 people and recovered the body of a passenger from a ferry that caught fire Wednesday in rough seas between Bali and Lombok
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Crews work to rescue more passengers from burning ferry near Bali, Indonesia

Crews work to rescue more passengers from burning ferry near Bali, Indonesia

Crews are battling a fire and trying to rescue more survivors from a burning passenger ferry in rough seas near the Indonesian tourist island of Bali
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Alessandra Ambrosio Announces Engagement to Buck Palmer

Alessandra Ambrosio Announces Engagement to Buck Palmer

Alessandra Ambrosio Announces Engagement to Buck Palmer
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Indonesian rescuers evacuate dozens from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Indonesian rescuers evacuate dozens from a ferry fire that left at least 1 dead near Bali

Authorities in Indonesia say rescuers evacuated 172 people and recovered the body of a passenger from a ferry that caught fire Wednesday in rough seas between Bali and Lombok
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Colombia's 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Triggers Panic Among Tourists in Cable Car

Colombia's 7.4-Magnitude Earthquake Triggers Panic Among Tourists in Cable Car

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, causing panic among tourists in a cable car in Pereira. The earthquake's epicenter was near San José del Palmar in the Chocó department, with tremors felt across major cities like Cali and Medellín. Tourists in the cable car experienced a terrifying ordeal as the cabin swung violently, captured in a viral video. The incident highlights the vulnerability of infrastructure during seismic events and the importance of emergency preparedness. Emergency teams responded to the situation, ensuring the safety of those trapped in the cable car system.