47 dead after 7.7 earthquake strikes off Indonesia’s coast

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia, resulting in 47 confirmed deaths. Following the primary seismic event, the meteorological agency reported that at least 235 aftershocks occurred in the affected area. The disaster has caused significant loss of life as the region continues to experience instability. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely as the meteorological agency tracks the ongoing seismic activity and the frequency of the subsequent aftershocks across the coast.