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Quake Leaves Destruction
Over 800 homes have been damaged and one person was killed after a magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Central Sulawesi on Tuesday, with Sigi Regency suffering the heaviest impact.
Footage from Wednesday shows damaged homes in the Kamarora A Village, with cracked walls, collapsed buildings and debris strewn through residential areas. Residents can be seen gathering in open spaces, reluctant to return indoors as aftershocks continue to rattle the region.
Families Fear Aftershocks
“There was so much debris falling inside the house, especially broken glass scattered everywhere. All of the furniture in the house fell over. Because we were afraid, all the children were crying, and we gathered on the road because we no longer dared to go back inside the house. Everyone was scared. We all spent the night outside,” explained earthquake victim Joise, who had created a makeshift tent to stay in while she waits for news on whether her home is safe to return to.
Footage also captures the family of the sole victim holding a funeral service at their home following the earthquake.
Damage Assessment Continues
The Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) said at least 841 houses have been damaged, warning the figure could rise as assessment teams reach more remote villages and complete inspections.
Central Sulawesi Governor Anwar Hafid said five villages had been affected and emergency needs had already been identified.
Aid Efforts Underway
“The first priority is tents, because people are still afraid to stay inside their homes. Secondly, they need drinking water because landslides have blocked the water sources. Thirdly, they need medicines, blankets, and other necessities for children,” Hafid noted.
Emergency teams are now focused on distributing aid and assessing damage, while authorities begin planning for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of affected buildings.
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