Series of Powerful Earthquakes Shake Indonesia's Bali and Java Islands, No Casualties Reported

A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake and an aftershock rocked Indonesia's Bali and Java islands, causing panic but no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The earthquake was centered near Gili Air, a tiny island near Lombok Island, and was felt in neighboring provinces. Indonesia, located on the "Ring of Fire," is prone to earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis. While there was no danger of a tsunami, the country's Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysical Agency warned of possible aftershocks.