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Indonesia earthquake: At least 48 dead, 5,000 evacuated on Flores island

From ANSA · () Italian

Translated from Italian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • An earthquake of magnitude 7.7 struck the Indonesian island of Flores on Saturday, killing at least 48 people and injuring dozens.
  • Approximately 5,000 residents have been evacuated from their homes, with hundreds of houses and buildings damaged.
  • Aid is beginning to reach displaced individuals, but some areas still lack electricity and phone service, and a key road remains impassable.

The Indonesian island of Flores is grappling with the aftermath of a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck on Saturday, leaving at least 48 people dead and dozens more injured. The seismic event caused widespread damage, affecting hundreds of homes and buildings across the island.

In response to the devastation, around 5,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes. The Indonesian national disaster management agency reported that at least 341 aftershocks have been recorded since the initial quake, underscoring the ongoing instability in the region.

Efforts to provide assistance are underway, with the first aid supplies arriving on Sunday. However, challenges persist as some affected areas are still without electricity and reliable phone connections. Furthermore, a crucial road leading to the impacted zones remains impassable, hindering the delivery of essential aid and rescue operations.

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Originally published by ANSA in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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