Sulawesi Earthquake And Tsunami

2018 Sulawesi earthquake and tsunami. Sulawesi is one of the main islands of Indonesia. On 28 September, a magnitude earthquake struck Central Sulawesi. Consequences. The damage to homes, buildings and critical infrastructure is widespread. The country struggles with aftermath of Sulawesi earthquake and tsunami. Interesting facts. Riots In Donggala Prison. Prisoners broke out of. The Donggala Community Has Been Cut Off From Rescue Efforts. Tsunami Early Warning System Not Worked Since. Update.

Sulawesi is one of the main islands of Indonesia, and the 11th largest island in the world. With four spindly arms spinning outward, Sulawesi's spidery shape is easily recognizable.

On 28 September, a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, resulting in 1.5 metre tsunami waves that caused widespread damage and destruction to the areas of Palu and Donggala.

In 22 October, the death toll from the earthquake and tsunami stood at more than 2,000 people, with over 4,600 severely injured and at least 210,000 people displaced from their homes.