Thousands await aid in Indonesia after powerful earthquake that killed at least 68
Summary
A powerful earthquake struck Flores island in Indonesia, killing at least 68 people and injuring over 200. Thousands of residents are waiting for aid as many homes and buildings were damaged, and rescue teams work to reach hard-hit areas.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred early Saturday morning at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers (6 miles).
- At least 68 people died, and more than 200 were injured.
- Over 4,500 homes, 122 health facilities, 252 schools, and 84 places of worship were damaged.
- About 19,000 people were forced to move into temporary shelters.
- More than 1,800 military and police personnel, along with 10 aircraft and vessels, are delivering emergency aid.
- Two emergency field hospitals were set up in Ruteng, the worst-hit town, due to hospital damage.
- Authorities recorded over 1,500 aftershocks, with 54 felt by residents.
- Aid teams reached the isolated Palue Island after difficult travel through landslides, finding extensive damage.
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