Safety
Indonesia Lifts Tsunami Warning Following 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Ende, Indonesia, on August 15, resulting in two confirmed fatalities and widespread structural damage.
On August 15, 2026, a significant 7.7 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Ende in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province. According to the Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics (BMKG), the tremor struck at 04:58 local time at a depth of 15 kilometers, followed by several aftershocks.
Emergency services have confirmed at least two fatalities—one man and one woman—and reported extensive damage to homes and infrastructure in the affected region. Initially, the BMKG issued a tsunami warning for waves between 0.5 and 3 meters, prompting the National Disaster Management Agency to advise residents in high-risk areas to evacuate to higher ground. However, the tsunami alert was officially lifted at 08:42 local time.
For travelers and residents in the region, this event highlights the ongoing seismic risks associated with the area. While the immediate tsunami threat has passed, the structural integrity of buildings in the affected zones remains a concern. Travelers are advised to monitor local news outlets and follow instructions from regional disaster management authorities. At this time, the full extent of the damage is still being assessed, and further updates regarding recovery efforts and potential aftershocks are expected from official Indonesian agencies.