Thousands waiting for help as Indonesia earthquake death toll nears 70
Summary
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Flores island in Indonesia, killing at least 68 people and injuring over 200. Thousands remain without aid, with many homes destroyed and rescue efforts ongoing.Key Facts
- The earthquake struck East Nusa Tenggara province, especially Flores island, on Saturday morning.
- At least 68 people died, more than 200 were injured, and about 1,300 homes were damaged or destroyed.
- Nearly 5,000 people have moved into temporary shelters due to unsafe conditions.
- A 14-day state of emergency was declared by the provincial governor.
- Over 1,500 military and police personnel are involved in rescue and aid efforts, supported by aircraft distributing 275 tons of relief supplies.
- Aftershocks continue, with more than 1,500 recorded, but few are strongly felt.
- Emergency hospitals were set up after local medical centers were damaged.
- Roads were blocked by landslides, delaying aid to isolated communities, including remote Palue Island.
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