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7.4 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia

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7.4 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia, killing one person and injuring another. The earthquake, centered in the Molucca Sea, triggered tsunami waves that were detected at several monitoring stations, but the tsunami alert was later lifted.

A powerful earthquake hit Indonesia on Thursday. The 7.4 magnitude quake was centered in the Molucca Sea at a depth of 35 kilometers. It was felt strongly in and around Manado, North Sulawesi. One person died and another was injured. Tsunami waves were detected at several stations, with waves reaching 20-30 centimeters in some areas. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported waves of 5 centimeters in the southern Philippines. The tsunami alert was later lifted, but authorities warned communities living along the coast to remain cautious.

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