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Indonesia tsunami: 222 dead and 'many missing' after Anak Krakatoa erupts – latest updates Indonesia tsunami: 222 dead and 'many missing' after Anak Krakatoa erupts – latest updates
(35 minutes later)
Here is the latest update from Sutopo Purwo Nugroho from Indonesia’s disaster management agency, announcing the revised higher death toll.
Jumlah korban dan kerusakan akibat tsunami di Selat Sunda per 23/12/2018 pukul 16.00 WIB tercatat 222 orang meninggal dunia, 843 orang luka-luka & 28 orang hilang. Kerusakan fisik: 556 unit rumah rusak, 9 unit hotel rusak berat, 60 warung kuliner rusak, 350 kapal-perahu rusak. pic.twitter.com/7esz00fnD7
Here is a translation from Google Translate: “The number of victims and damage due to the tsunami in the Sunda Strait as of 23/12/2018 at 16.00 WIB recorded 222 people died, 843 people were injured & 28 people were missing. Physical damage: 556 housing units were damaged, 9 hotel units were damaged, 60 culinary stalls were damaged, 350 boats were damaged.”
A statement from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies said that volunteers from the Indonesian Red Cross in Pandeglang were on the ground providing first aid after the tsunami struck late on Saturday evening.
Twenty staff and volunteers are now responding to people’s immediate needs, helping rescue survivors and recover bodies, and assessing the situation in coordination with government authorities
The Red Cross has dispatched relief goods from its regional warehouse in Banten including water, tarpaulins, cleaning equipment (shovels, axes), family and hygiene kits.
The Red Cross continues to respond and will provide further assistance based on the assessments currently under way.
Media advisory: #RedCross in action after #Indonesia tsunami near #Krakatoa https://t.co/5SCFbWyfaP
Oxfam has said it is getting ready to help coastal communities on small islands in the Sundra Strait, which are believed to be among the worst hit by the tsunami.
Meg Quartermaine, Oxfam Australia’s humanitarian manager, said the charity and its partners were coordinating with Indonesian authorities and other humanitarian agencies in order to assess the need.
An Oxfam assessment team is going out to the Strait today to gather more information about what has happened and what we can do. We know affected communities will need food and access to clean water.
Oxfam is planning assessments to help to understand the scale of the disaster and to determine what sort of response may be required, if requested.
The charity said in a statement: “Oxfam, through its partner organisations, is well placed to be able to mobilise quickly in the aftermath of the second tsunami in the region in the past three months. It has now reached more than 100,000 people in Sulawesi affected by the earlier tsunami with aid and services.”
The death toll has just climbed to 222, with 843 injured and 28 missing, according to AP, which is citing Indonesia’s disaster agency.The death toll has just climbed to 222, with 843 injured and 28 missing, according to AP, which is citing Indonesia’s disaster agency.
Sutopo Purwo Nugroho, a spokesman from Indonesia’s disaster management agency, said the figure could rise further as not all affected areas had been reached.Sutopo Purwo Nugroho, a spokesman from Indonesia’s disaster management agency, said the figure could rise further as not all affected areas had been reached.
Last night’s tsunami was one of a series of disasters to hit Indonesia in 2018. More than 100 people died when an earthquake devastated the tourist island of Lombok near Bali in August. In September a 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit the area around Palu on the island of Sulawesi in northern Indonesia. It triggered a tsunami and together the two natural disasters devastated the region. The official death toll is more than 2,000 but it is feared this figure could finally rise to 5,000. Last night’s tsunami was one of a series of disasters to hit Indonesia in 2018. More than 100 people died when an earthquake devastated the tourist island of Lombok near Bali in August. In September, a 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit the area around Palu on the island of Sulawesi in northern Indonesia. It triggered a tsunami and together the two natural disasters devastated the region. The official death toll is more than 2,000 but it is feared this figure could finally rise to 5,000.
Martin Farrer has written a run-down of the terrible disasters to affect the country this year.Martin Farrer has written a run-down of the terrible disasters to affect the country this year.
Sunda Strait tsunami is latest in a series of Indonesian disasters in 2018Sunda Strait tsunami is latest in a series of Indonesian disasters in 2018
At least 168 people have been killed and 745 injured after a tsunami hit the coast of Indonesia’s Sunda Strait.At least 168 people have been killed and 745 injured after a tsunami hit the coast of Indonesia’s Sunda Strait.
Twenty people are missing and authorities expect the death toll to rise.Twenty people are missing and authorities expect the death toll to rise.
The tsunami hit at about 9.20pm on Saturday night. There was no pre-warning given.The tsunami hit at about 9.20pm on Saturday night. There was no pre-warning given.
The tsunami is thought to have been caused by the eruption of Anak Krakatoa volcano, which may have triggered underwater landslides.The tsunami is thought to have been caused by the eruption of Anak Krakatoa volcano, which may have triggered underwater landslides.
Hundreds of buildings and homes along the coast on both the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra have been destroyed by the force of the wave.Hundreds of buildings and homes along the coast on both the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra have been destroyed by the force of the wave.
Indonesia’s disaster management agency has warned people to stay away from the coastline due to fears of another tsunami and a high wave warning remains in place.Indonesia’s disaster management agency has warned people to stay away from the coastline due to fears of another tsunami and a high wave warning remains in place.
Indonesian rescue teams and the Red Cross are already on site in some of the worst affected areas of Pandeglang, Lampung and Serang.Indonesian rescue teams and the Red Cross are already on site in some of the worst affected areas of Pandeglang, Lampung and Serang.
Popular Indonesian rock band Seventeen were mid-way through a performance in a tent at Tanjung Lesung beach resort in west Java when the wave hit and obliterated the stage, dragging the musicians and audience members with it. They have since released a statement confirming that their bassist and road manager both died in the tsunami, while four other band members are still missing.Popular Indonesian rock band Seventeen were mid-way through a performance in a tent at Tanjung Lesung beach resort in west Java when the wave hit and obliterated the stage, dragging the musicians and audience members with it. They have since released a statement confirming that their bassist and road manager both died in the tsunami, while four other band members are still missing.
Anak Krakatoa volcano has been particularly active since June, occasionally sending massive plumes of ash high into the sky. The island volcano emerged from the ocean half a century after an eruption on nearby Krakatoa in 1883. That eruption, thought to be one of the most violent volcanic events in history, killed more than 36,000 people.Anak Krakatoa volcano has been particularly active since June, occasionally sending massive plumes of ash high into the sky. The island volcano emerged from the ocean half a century after an eruption on nearby Krakatoa in 1883. That eruption, thought to be one of the most violent volcanic events in history, killed more than 36,000 people.
The volcano Anak Krakatoa – meaning “Child of Krakatoa” – which is thought to have triggered the deadly tsunami has been particularly active since June, occasionally sending massive plumes of ash high into the sky and in October a tour boat was nearly hit by lava bombs from the erupting volcano.The volcano Anak Krakatoa – meaning “Child of Krakatoa” – which is thought to have triggered the deadly tsunami has been particularly active since June, occasionally sending massive plumes of ash high into the sky and in October a tour boat was nearly hit by lava bombs from the erupting volcano.
The volcanic island emerged in 1928 out of the caldera of Krakatoa, the volcano that famously exploded in 1883 in one of the most violent volcanic eruptions in history, spewing ash 12km into the air and killing more than 30,000 people.The volcanic island emerged in 1928 out of the caldera of Krakatoa, the volcano that famously exploded in 1883 in one of the most violent volcanic eruptions in history, spewing ash 12km into the air and killing more than 30,000 people.
Anak Krakatoa has been continually active since it emerged, with eruptions once every two to three years. It is uninhabited but a popular tourist destination.Anak Krakatoa has been continually active since it emerged, with eruptions once every two to three years. It is uninhabited but a popular tourist destination.
Local band Seventeen have paid an emotional tribute to the band members they lost, and those who are still missing, when the tsunami wave hit as they were performing in a beach resort on Saturday night. The shocking footage of the moment the wave enveloped the musicians and the audience has gone viral.Local band Seventeen have paid an emotional tribute to the band members they lost, and those who are still missing, when the tsunami wave hit as they were performing in a beach resort on Saturday night. The shocking footage of the moment the wave enveloped the musicians and the audience has gone viral.
Pop band devastated by Indonesia tsunami pays tribute to dead membersPop band devastated by Indonesia tsunami pays tribute to dead members
The Indonesian president, Joko Widodo, has tweeted his “deep grief for the fallen tsunami victims in Pandeglang, Serang and South Lampung”.The Indonesian president, Joko Widodo, has tweeted his “deep grief for the fallen tsunami victims in Pandeglang, Serang and South Lampung”.
“I have ordered all relevant government officials to immediately take emergency response steps, look for and find victims, and care for the injured,” he said.“I have ordered all relevant government officials to immediately take emergency response steps, look for and find victims, and care for the injured,” he said.
Duka cita yang mendalam atas jatuhnya korban bencana tsunami di Pandeglang, Serang dan Lampung Selatan, semalam.Saya telah memerintahkan segenap jajaran pemerintah terkait untuk segera melakukan langkah tanggap darurat, mencari dan menemukan korban, merawat yang luka-luka. pic.twitter.com/rD5bDr16gFDuka cita yang mendalam atas jatuhnya korban bencana tsunami di Pandeglang, Serang dan Lampung Selatan, semalam.Saya telah memerintahkan segenap jajaran pemerintah terkait untuk segera melakukan langkah tanggap darurat, mencari dan menemukan korban, merawat yang luka-luka. pic.twitter.com/rD5bDr16gF
Sutopo has confirmed the Saturday evening tsunami has left at least 168 dead, 745 injured and 30 missing. He expects the death toll to rise since not all the areas that were hit have been reached yet.The worst affected area was the Pandeglang region of Banten province in Java, which encompasses the Ujung Kulon National Park and popular beaches south-west of the capital, Jakarta.Sutopo has confirmed the Saturday evening tsunami has left at least 168 dead, 745 injured and 30 missing. He expects the death toll to rise since not all the areas that were hit have been reached yet.The worst affected area was the Pandeglang region of Banten province in Java, which encompasses the Ujung Kulon National Park and popular beaches south-west of the capital, Jakarta.
Scientists say the tsunami was probably caused by the eruption of Anak Krakatau, a volcanic island formed over years from the nearby Krakatau volcano. They also cited tidal waves caused by the full moon.Scientists say the tsunami was probably caused by the eruption of Anak Krakatau, a volcanic island formed over years from the nearby Krakatau volcano. They also cited tidal waves caused by the full moon.
It is being reported that the death toll is reaching into the hundreds as both the islands of Sumatra and Java were hit. According to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation correspondent, the Indonesian rescue agency has confirmed that the tsunami death toll in the Lampung area of Sumatra alone is at 113.It is being reported that the death toll is reaching into the hundreds as both the islands of Sumatra and Java were hit. According to the Australian Broadcasting Corporation correspondent, the Indonesian rescue agency has confirmed that the tsunami death toll in the Lampung area of Sumatra alone is at 113.
In Pandeglang, on Java, he reported that local agencies were saying that 92 people have been killed.In Pandeglang, on Java, he reported that local agencies were saying that 92 people have been killed.
The authorities expect the death toll to continue to rise.The authorities expect the death toll to continue to rise.
LATEST: Indonesian rescue agency says 113 killed in Lampung (Sumatra) by Tsunami in Sunda Strait... Victims on both Java and Sumatra. Officials agree the toll will rise #TSUNAMI pic.twitter.com/VWSz1vrxSsLATEST: Indonesian rescue agency says 113 killed in Lampung (Sumatra) by Tsunami in Sunda Strait... Victims on both Java and Sumatra. Officials agree the toll will rise #TSUNAMI pic.twitter.com/VWSz1vrxSs
Local disaster agency at Pandeglang says another 92 killed there. We’re talking a death toll of hundreds, at least https://t.co/gU9vg4fxopLocal disaster agency at Pandeglang says another 92 killed there. We’re talking a death toll of hundreds, at least https://t.co/gU9vg4fxop
Sutopo has also warned that there is still the potential for another tsunami as Krakatoa is still active. There are high tide warnings in place until tomorrow and people are being urged to stay away from the coast for the time being.Sutopo has also warned that there is still the potential for another tsunami as Krakatoa is still active. There are high tide warnings in place until tomorrow and people are being urged to stay away from the coast for the time being.
“Please do not be around the beaches around the Sunda Strait. Those who have evacuated, please do not return yet,” said Rahmat Triyono, head of the meteorological agency on Sunday.“Please do not be around the beaches around the Sunda Strait. Those who have evacuated, please do not return yet,” said Rahmat Triyono, head of the meteorological agency on Sunday.
Sutopo Purwo Nugroho, spokesperson for the Indonesian disaster agency, has posted aerial footage of the affected area in Kalianda Beach, south Lampung, where so far 35 bodies have been recovered and a reported 115 people were injured
Pantauan udara daerah terdampak tsunami di Pantai Kalianda Kabupaten Lampung Selatan. Korban dampak tsunami di Lampung Selatan per 23/12/2018 pukul 13.00 WIB: 35 orang meninggal duniq, 115 orang luka dan 110 unit rumah rusak. Pendataan masih dilakukan. pic.twitter.com/HcXVkEhqBx
Video footage which shows the extent of the devastation of the coastal town of Anyer, with debris everywhere and some houses totally flattened.
Driving past debris from the impact zone of the tsunami in #Anyer. Many local houses are damaged. Note also the wierd color of the sea, never seen it like that. #Indonesia #Tsunami pic.twitter.com/c5ryey6ElO
The Australian prime minister, Scott Morrison, confirmed that so far no foreigners are known to have been caught up in the tsunami.
“We understand that at present there are no foreigners, let alone Australians, who have been impacted by this,” Morrison told reporters.
He also tweeted his condolences for the disaster.
A very difficult day for our friends in Indonesia. Our thoughts go out to all those who have lost loved ones, the injured and all of their families. As always we stand ready to assist as needed.
Local rock band Seventeen, who were captured in dramatic footage as the tsunami wave obliterated the stage while they were performing, dragging the band members and the audience along with it, have released a statement saying its bass player, M Awal Purbani, also known as Bani, and its road manager, Oki Wijaya, have been found dead and four members of the band are still missing.
Seventeen were performing at at an event held by state electricity company PLN at a resort on Tanjung Lesung beach when the tsunami hit the stage at 9:30pm on Saturday night.
The frontman of the band uploaded this emotional video on to instagram, asking for prayers from followers to help find the band members and his wife, who is also missing.
Minta doanya agar istri saya @dylan_sahara , trus mas @hermanseventeen @andi_seventeen sama @uje17_rukmanarustam cepet ktmu dalam keadaan selamat sehat walafiat. Minta ikhlas nya buat orang2 tersayang mas @baniseventeen dan mas @oki_wijaya
A post shared by Riefian Fajarsyah (@ifanseventeen) on Dec 22, 2018 at 4:04pm PST
A spokesman for Indonesia’s disaster agency says the death toll has now risen to 62 with at least 20 missing.
David Lipson, the Indonesia correspondent of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, has been talking about the disaster on TV.
He makes the point that because there was no earthquake – the usual trigger for a tsunami – there was no warning that the wave was about to strike.
Part of the reason for the confusion is there was no significant seismic activity (earthquake) recorded before the tsunami. They now believe an undersea landslide caused the tsunami.
The eruption of Anak Krakatoa occurred at around 9pm on Saturday night local time. The wave struck about 25 minutes later. There were no earth tremors, according to disaster agency officials, allowing no time for warnings.
We have some more insight into the causes of the volcano from Gegar Prasetya, co-founder of the Tsunami Research Center Indonesia, via Associated Press.
He says the waves were most likely caused by a collapse of part of the slope of Mount Anak Krakatoa during an eruption. He says it’s possible for an eruption to trigger a landslide above ground or beneath the ocean, both capable of producing a tsunami, noting that the wave itself was not that high – only around 1m.
“Actually, the tsunami was not really big, only one metre,” said Prasetya, who is an expert on Krakatoa. “The problem is people always tend to build everything close to the shoreline.”
We’re starting to see some more pictures of the devastated areas.
This is from Anyer in Banten province:
This is the scene at Carita beach, one of the worst-hit areas:
And this is another scene at Carita.
Australia is ready to send aid and assistance to Indonesia in the wake of the tsunami.
The prime minister, Scott Morrison, said the disaster was a “terrible blow for Indonesia” coming so soon after the earthquake and tsunami in Sulawesi in September.
“This comes on top of what had happened in Sulawesi and so as always, we’re available to support the Indonesian government with these things, as requested.
There have been no such requests. I’m not anticipating any on this occasion. But should they present, then obviously we will work with the Indonesian government as they request.
Relations between the two neighbours have cooled in recent weeks after Morrison angered the Muslim-majority nation of Indonesia when he recognised West Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
The charity Save the Children says it has a team of emergency workers ready to deploy to the area.
Michel Rooijackers, who is an adviser to Save the Children’s local partner in Indonesia, said early reports showed major damage in areas hit by the tsunami, although it was still too early to know the full extent of the devastation.
He added:
Our teams are working closely with local authorities and other aid agencies to gain a clearer picture of the needs and what humanitarian response is required. We’re particularly concerned about the safety and wellbeing of children, who are especially vulnerable in tsunamis and being swept away in floodwaters.
Rooijackers said that 2018 had been a particularly difficult year for Indonesia in terms of disasters.
It’s been a very tough year in Indonesia, with a series of heartbreaking disasters including multiple major earthquakes in Lombok followed by the earthquake and tsunami in Sulawesi that killed more than 2,000 people, and now this. This has put huge pressure on authorities and aid agencies and our ability to respond, as we are continuously having to replenish pre-positioned aid and stretch our resources.
Save the Children, through local partner Yayasan Sayangi Tunas Cilik, has helped on relief work in many humanitarian emergencies in Indonesia, including the Boxing Day tsunami in 2004 and the Aceh earthquake in 2016.