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Third quake in Indonesia raises death toll to 68
A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck Flores Island in Indonesia, marking the third quake in recent days, following a previous 7.7 magnitude tremor that resulted in 68 deaths and 135 injuries. Rescue teams managed to clear the debris and reopen roads in the affected areas, while the government declared a 14-day state of emergency to bolster evacuation efforts and medical services. The earthquake caused landslides and destroyed around 500 homes, with search and rescue operations ongoing to find survivors. It is considered the deadliest since the 2022 earthquake, with approximately 1,600 aftershocks recorded so far. Current activities include constructing field hospitals and delivering aid to those affected, as efforts continue to provide support to the victims.
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