Aid shortages and fears of starvation as Indonesia reels from deadly earthquake
Some 53 people were killed and thousands displaced by the earthquake, which struck early on Saturday.
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Notable Quotes
"I am the only doctor here with hundreds of victims. I truly cannot cope."
— Dr Melinda , Other
"If a patient's condition is critical, we will refer them to the hospital in Ruteng instead, which is about four hours away."
— Dr Alhamzah , Other
"We heard that medical assistance would be provided, but nothing has arrived yet."
— Rista Mari , Other
"The shaking was very scary. My house almost collapsed."
— Anastasia Imad , Other
"So far, many basic necessities such as [basic foodstuffs] and clean water are in great demand."
— Herry Kabut , Other
Key People
A farmer and earthquake survivor expressing fear of aftershocks.
A medical professional working at Lalang Health Centre in East Manggarai.
The sole physician at the Dampek Health Centre after a devastating earthquake.
Editor-in-chief of local publication Floresa Media.
A public relations officer at the Ruteng Regional General Hospital.
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Some 53 people were killed and thousands displaced by the earthquake, which struck early on Saturday.
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