Overview
- The earthquake struck off eastern Flores island on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, and Indonesia's national disaster agency (BNPB) reported at least 47 deaths.
- Rescue official Fathur Rahman said about 50 people were injured and teams were combing through debris to find survivors.
- BNPB raised the official toll from an earlier figure of 40 and described all counts as provisional while assessments continue.
- Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif posted condolences to President Prabowo Subianto and said Pakistan stands shoulder to shoulder with the people of Indonesia.
- Indonesia sits on active seismic zones and the BNPB is coordinating the emergency response as officials continue searches, damage assessments, and support for displaced families.