2018 Indonesian Earthquake Flashcards
1
Q
When was the earthquake?
A
28th September 2018
2
Q
What magnitude did it have?
A
7.5 magnitude
3
Q
Where did the earthquake hit?
A
The Sulawesi island in Indonesia
4
Q
What did it trigger?
A
A tsunami
5
Q
How many people died?
A
Up to 1,500 but many more are unaccounted for with many buried in the drying mud.
6
Q
What were the main concerns?
A
Cholera and typhoid outbreak and mud swallowing everything in its’ way.
7
Q
How tall was the tsunami waves?
A
6m tall
8
Q
How many people became homeless?
A
70,000
9
Q
What was the help like?
A
Aid agencies came to help but this was proven difficult because of the small airport.
