Indonesia hit by another earthquake

Sunday, 19 August 2018 - 21:50

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The Indonesian island of Lombok has been shaken by two strong earthquakes, after weeks of tremors that have killed hundreds of people.
 
One magnitude 6.3 quake at a depth of 7.9km (4.9 miles) triggered landslides and killed one person today.
 
It was felt strongly to the east of the island and sent people fleeing into the streets.
 
Officials later reported a 7.0 tremor at a depth of 10km off the island. No tsunami warnings have been issued.


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