Rapid Response to NTT Earthquake: Pegadaian Distributes Emergency Aid

Pegadaian has swiftly responded to the aftermath of an earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), distributing emergency aid through its 'Pegadaian Peduli' social responsibility program. The initial phase of assistance focuses on meeting the fundamental needs of the affected population.

The distributed aid packages contain essential items such as staple foods, clean water, supplies for infants and toddlers, medicine, sanitation kits, and temporary shelter provisions like tents, blankets, and sleeping mats. Pegadaian teams delivered these supplies directly to various affected areas, including Sikka, Nagekeo, Ende, Manggarai, Manggarai Barat, and Manggarai Timur regencies, ensuring prompt and targeted delivery.

Eka Pebriansyah, Director of Network and Operations at PT Pegadaian, stated that the company's rapid response demonstrates its commitment to being present for the community. Pegadaian pledges not only to assist during the emergency phase but also to support the community through the post-disaster recovery process. The company is currently assessing the damage to its customers and operational facilities.

The earthquake, a magnitude 7.7 tectonic event triggered by the Flores Back-Arc Thrust fault, serves as a stark reminder of the region's seismic activity. Pegadaian has coordinated with the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) and local disaster management bodies to identify urgent needs in the evacuation sites. Through collaboration with local government, disaster agencies, and the community, Pegadaian aims for an efficient response to the earthquake's impact in NTT.