A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia on August 15, killing at least 40 people and severely damaging buildings in the port town of Maumere. Emergency crews were seen carrying a body bag from wreckage as rescue operations continued in the aftermath of the seismic event.
The earthquake's impact was particularly felt in Maumere, where structures sustained severe damage. Footage from the scene showed the ongoing efforts of emergency personnel responding to the disaster.