How To Help After Indonesia's Earthquake And Tsunami
The disasters crippled communications and damaged roads — problems that are also complicating efforts to bring aid to the city of Palu and other affected areas.
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In Indonesia, Aftershocks And Uncertainty Remain After Deadly Earthquake
Communications are still down to some of the hardest-hit regions on the island of Sulawesi. "This is already a tragedy, but it could get much worse," says one aid official.
Indonesian Tsunami: Death Toll Hits 1,200; Survivors Desperate For Aid
Relief agencies are having trouble reaching stricken areas, setting off looting of stores and aid supplies. The death toll from the tsunami and quake could rise further, officials warn.
Strong Quakes, Tsunami Hit Along Indonesia's Western Sulawesi Island
The 7.5 magnitude quake, with an epicenter about 50 miles north of Palu, was just six miles deep. A tsunami later caused damage in two cities, according to Indonesian officials.
19-Year-Old Survives 49 Days At Sea After Floating Hut Drifts To Guam
After he ran out of cooking gas, Aldi Novel Adilang started using wood from his craft to cook fish. He drifted from Indonesia to waters around Guam.
Death Toll For Indonesian Quake Rises Into The Hundreds
Damaging aftershocks continue to shake the island of Lombak, which suffered a deadly earthquake on Sunday. Rescue workers are struggling to reach the injured in some remote areas.
Quake Hits Indonesia's Lombok Island; Dozens Dead
At least 82 people are dead after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck the northern part of the island on Sunday. It's the second powerful quake in a week to hit the region.
Angered By Attack, Mob Slaughters Hundreds Of Crocodiles In Indonesia
Following the funeral of a local resident killed by a crocodile after apparently straying into a local wildlife sanctuary, the mob slaughtered nearly 300 of the reptiles.
How Postcards Solved The Problem Of Disappearing Rice
Indonesia had a program to provide subsidized rice to the poor. But thousands of kilos didn't make it to the recipients.
Rescuers Search For At Least 180 Missing After Ferry Sinks In Indonesia
Rescuers say only 18 survivors have been found so far. The boat capsized late Monday afternoon during Eid al-Fitr, the Muslim holiday marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.