More than 12,000 await aid after deadly Indonesian quake
Summary
A strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Flores island in eastern Indonesia, killing 53 people and injuring over 100. More than 12,000 people have been displaced and are waiting for emergency aid as aftershocks continue.Key Facts
- The earthquake happened early on Saturday and measured 7.7 on the Richter scale.
- 53 people died and more than 100 were injured from the quake.
- Around 12,800 people cannot return to their homes and are staying in schools, police stations, and government buildings.
- Many residents sleep outside, afraid of aftershocks and damaged houses.
- The Indonesian Air Force flew in 13 tons of emergency aid using transport planes and helicopters.
- The aid includes food, water, clothes, and medical supplies.
- Rescue teams are still searching the area for missing people or trapped victims.
- The earthquake’s epicenter was just off the north coast of Flores island, an area with mostly low-rise buildings.
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