Rescue teams search for survivors in Indonesia after powerful earthquake
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck Flores Island in eastern Indonesia, killing at least 47 people and injuring more than 100. Rescue teams are searching through collapsed buildings and landslides for survivors while thousands of people have been displaced and are living in temporary shelters.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred 68 km north-northwest of Ende in East Nusa Tenggara province at a shallow depth of about 10 km.
- At least 47 people died, with most fatalities in Manggarai and East Manggarai regencies.
- More than 900 homes were destroyed and nearly 450 damaged, forcing about 5,000 people into emergency shelters.
- The quake caused landslides and blocked roads, isolating some villages on the mountainous island.
- Public facilities including schools, health centers, and churches were damaged, totaling around 167 buildings.
- Relief workers are distributing food, water, medicine, and supplies to affected people.
- Authorities face difficulties restoring electricity, communication, and aid delivery due to damaged infrastructure.
- Indonesia is located on the Pacific “ring of fire,” making it prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, with a history of deadly disasters on Flores and nearby islands.
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