A 6.2 magnitude earthquake kills at least 26 people in Indonesia
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A 6.2-magnitude earthquake island killed Friday at least 26 people, injured hundreds and damaged many buildings on Indonesia's Sulawesi island.
The epicenter of the quake was six kilometers (3.73 miles) northeast of Majene city at a depth of 10 kilometers, according to Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG).
Rescue teams are searching for victims under the rubble of a collapsed building following the earthquake.
Aftershocks could trigger a possible tsunami, the agency warned, urging residents in the area to take precaution and move to higher ground. (ILKHA)
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