Fear grips children after deadly earthquake in eastern Indonesia leaves thousands displaced
LAMBA LEDA, Indonesia — Thousands of people remained displaced on the Indonesian island of Flores on Tuesday, three days after a powerful earthquake killed at least 70 people, injured nearly 1,200 others and damaged thousands of homes . The disaster left many children struggling with fear and trauma. More than 40,000 people were sheltering in tents, evacuation centers and makeshift camps after…
Lambo Leda, an Indonesian island, is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating earthquake that killed at least 70 people and injured nearly 1,200 others on Tuesday. The disaster, which struck early Saturday, displaced thousands and left them struggling with fear and trauma. Over 40,000 people sought refuge in tents, evacuation centers, and makeshift camps across the island.
The earthquake, which measured 10 kilometers in depth, caused significant damage, destroying at least 11,925 homes and damaging 172 health facilities, 658 schools, 187 offices, and 172 places of worship. Aid workers and volunteers are providing psychosocial support, food, and medical assistance to the affected children at crowded evacuation camps. Despite the widespread destruction, the resilience of the community is evident as they come together to cope with the aftermath of this tragic event.
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