- A 7.7 magnitude earthquake was recorded off the coast of Indonesia on August 1, 2026.
- The European Commission offered its Copernicus observation services in response to the major earthquake that struck off the coast of Indonesia.
- Aid is being offered via Copernicus satellites to Flores Island in Indonesia.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Flores Island, Indonesia, on August 1, 2026, prompting discussions about a collective ASEAN response.
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Updated Aug 1
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What happened
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Flores Island, Indonesia, on August 1, 2026, prompting discussions about a collective ASEAN response.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Indonesia
island country in Southeast Asia and Oceania
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Flores Island
island in East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia
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