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Major Indonesia quake, tsunami kills hundreds

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Authorities say that at least 384 people have been killed in an earthquake that hit the Indonesian island of Sulawesi and the massive tsunami that followed, pulling cars and buildings in its wake.

Panic and confusion as massive waves devastate the Indonesian island Sulawesi, dragging, buildings, cars, and people in its wake.


Hundreds have been killed from two massive earthquakes that hit the island on Friday (September 28) and the tsunami it triggered. Body bags laying in the street.

Indonesia's emergency minister said some people were on the beach when the tsunami warning was sounded, but didn't immediately leave and became victims. The government is describing the damage as extensive.

They say thousands of buildings have collapsed including hospitals. Makeshift medical centers are being set up outdoors.

The quakes are reported as 7.5 and and 7.7 magnitude with aftershocks that have continued into the weekend.

The disaster has also triggered widespread power outages, making rescue efforts slower.

Indonesia's president will visit the area on Sunday (September 30). The country is regularly hit by earthquakes.

In August a series of tremors destroyed dozens of villages on another island, and killed over 500. (Reuters)



Choi Won-suk wschoi@koreatimes.co.kr


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