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- A 6.8 magnitude earthquake occurred in Indonesia
- The earthquake occurred in the northern part of Sumatra Island
- At least 38 people died and 23 were injured
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A 6.8 magnitude earthquake occurred in the northern part of Indonesia's Sumatra Island. The earthquake was reported to have occurred at a depth of 163 kilometers by the German Research Center for Geosciences (GFZ). This earthquake came after a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck the coast of Indonesia on the morning of August 15. The earthquake, which occurred near Flores Island, resulted in the deaths of at least 38 people and injured 23. Following the earthquake, approximately 2,000 local residents were evacuated.
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