Flores: (RightNow) A 7.7 magnitude earthquake has caused severe destruction on Indonesia’s Flores Island. The disaster has resulted in the deaths of 47 people and injured many others.

According to the National Disaster Management Agency, the death toll may rise. Search and rescue operations are ongoing in the affected areas.

The earthquake struck shortly before 5 AM, with a depth of 15 kilometers. The Meteorological Department reports that the intensity was significant.

Dozens of aftershocks have damaged hundreds of buildings. Relief efforts have been accelerated to assist the victims.

It is noteworthy that Indonesia frequently experiences earthquakes. In the past, severe earthquakes have caused widespread damage.