Indonesian earthquake kills 20, thousands of people evacuate, rescuers search for survivors in the rubble - Pictures and Texts - TAG Headlines

Flores Island in eastern Indonesia A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Taiwan Island today, killing at least 20 people. Thousands of people fled their homes. Rescuers are searching for survivors in the rubble.

As the full picture of the disaster gradually emerged, rescue officer Fathur Rahman told AFP that at least 20 people had been confirmed dead in four different towns on the popular island of Flores.