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Powerful earthquake strikes Java | Powerful earthquake strikes Java |
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A powerful earthquake has struck the Indonesian island of Java, triggering a regional tsunami alert. | A powerful earthquake has struck the Indonesian island of Java, triggering a regional tsunami alert. |
The magnitude seven quake shook buildings after hitting the southern coast but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. | The magnitude seven quake shook buildings after hitting the southern coast but there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. |
It had a preliminary magnitude of 7.4 and a depth of 38 miles (60km), the US Geological Survey said. | It had a preliminary magnitude of 7.4 and a depth of 38 miles (60km), the US Geological Survey said. |
Panicked office workers ran outside into the streets in the capital Jakarta, according to agency reports. | Panicked office workers ran outside into the streets in the capital Jakarta, according to agency reports. |
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