EU Offers Satellite Support for Indonesia's Earthquake Rescue Efforts
EU offers Copernicus satellite support for search-and-rescue efforts after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara.
The European Union has pledged to assist Indonesia in its search-and-rescue efforts following a devastating earthquake that struck the East Nusa Tenggara province. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that Europe will deploy its Copernicus satellite system to aid Indonesia in the crisis. The 7.7 magnitude earthquake, which occurred on August 14 off the coast of East Nusa Tenggara, has resulted in at least 20 deaths and numerous injuries.
Rescue teams are currently working to locate victims trapped under rubble, while landslides, damaged infrastructure, and communication issues have hampered emergency operations. Copernicus, an EU Earth observation program, will provide satellite-based data to help Indonesia assess the damage, pinpoint affected areas, and assist search-and-rescue operations.
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