Indonesia Shaken By Powerful 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake, 2 Killed

At least two persons were killed after a strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia early Saturday, the US Geological Survey and Indonesian authorities said, triggering a brief tsunami warning and prompting hundreds to evacuate. The epicentre of the shallow quake was located off the north coast of the island, about 68 kilometres (42 miles) northwest of Ende, USGS said. The initial jolt was followed by strong aftershocks in the same area, including one with a magnitude of 6.1.