Aid shortages and fears of starvation as Indonesia reels from deadly earthquake
Summary
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s Flores island, killing at least 53 people and displacing about 5,000. Survivors face shortages of food, water, and medical supplies as aftershocks and landslides disrupt aid and damage buildings, including hospitals and schools.Key Facts
- The earthquake hit Flores island at a shallow depth of 15 km early Saturday morning.
- At least 53 people have died, and around 5,000 have been forced to leave their homes.
- More than 1,000 houses, several health facilities, schools, and government offices were damaged.
- Many survivors are sleeping outdoors fearing more aftershocks might collapse buildings.
- Emergency medical tents have been set up due to damaged hospitals.
- Roads are blocked by landslides, making it hard to deliver aid and supplies.
- Local officials report delays and budget limits are slowing government response.
- Indonesia sits at the junction of three tectonic plates and often experiences earthquakes.
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