Nearly 13,000 displaced after deadly Indonesian quake
Nearly 13,000 displaced after deadly Indonesian quake
Nearly 13,000 people have been displaced after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province on Saturday (Aug 15), killing 68 people and injuring more than 100.
Thousands are sheltering in tents at schools, police stations and government offices, with many afraid to return home as aftershocks continue to shake Flores island.
Nearly 1,600 aftershocks had been recorded as of Monday. A fresh 5.6-magnitude quake struck near the initial epicentre that morning, adding to residents’ fears.
The Indonesian Air Force is transporting tonnes of food, clothes, clean water and medical equipment, while helicopters are delivering emergency supplies to isolated communities.
