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The initial quake was followed by two strong aftershocks in the same area, of magnitude 5.6 and 5.9.
Long queues of people could be seen evacuating on foot, by motorbike and car
Mbay: Thousands of people displaced by a powerful earthquake in eastern Indonesia awaited much-needed aid on Monday as they camped out at schools, police stations and government offices, with many stuck outside.The 7.7-magnitude quake early on Saturday killed 53 people and injured more than 100. Rescue officials have said there are no reports of people missing.Also Read: At least 38 dead after 7.7-magnitude quake hits eastern Indonesia; second 6.5-magnitude tremor strikes hours laterHowever, the number of people unable to return to their homes had risen to 12,800 by Monday morning, dispersed a