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A major earthquake struck a coastal region late Friday, triggering widespread power outages and significant damage to several towns. Emergency services reported collapsed buildings, with rescue teams prioritizing searches for missing residents amid aftershocks.

Authorities have issued evacuation orders for low-lying areas as tsunami advisories were lifted in some zones but remain in others. International aid efforts are mobilizing, with multiple countries offering shelter, medical supplies, and disaster response personnel.

Residents described crowded streets, long lines for water and food, and ongoing power outages as engineers assess critical infrastructure. Local authorities urged calm as they organize temporary shelters and coordinate with relief agencies to restore essential services.