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Rescuers in Indonesia recover 6 more bodies in earthquake aftermath, raising death toll to 53
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· August 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The death toll has risen to 53 after rescue teams recovered additional bodies.
A recent earthquake in eastern Indonesia has resulted in a significant loss of life. The death toll has risen to 53 after rescue teams recovered additional bodies. 7, causing widespread damage and loss of life.
Rescue teams have been working to recover those affected by the disaster. Further details about the earthquake and its aftermath are available from ABC13 Houston, including the latest updates on the recovery efforts and the impact on the affected areas in eastern Indonesia.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 16, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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