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Hunt for survivors as Indonesian tsunami death toll tops 280

Hunt for survivors as Indonesian tsunami death toll tops 280

13 Sept 13:18 Key points summarised by AI
  • Indonesian rescuers race to find survivors after a volcano-triggered tsunami killed over 280 people and injured more than 1,000, devastating coastal regions of Sumatra and Java.
  • The powerful tsunami struck without warning, likely caused by an underwater landslide from the Anak Krakatoa volcano, which experts warn remains unstable and could trigger more deadly waves.
  • The catastrophe is Indonesia's third major natural disaster in six months, underscoring its vulnerability; rescue operations continue as aid agencies mobilize to assist victims.
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