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    Indonesia: Tsunami kills 281, injures 1016; more deadly waves feared

    Indonesia: Tsunami kills 281, injures 1016; more deadly waves feared

    By Shalini Ojha
    Dec 24, 2018
    10:52 am

    What's the story

    On Saturday, giant waves crashed the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra killing 281 and injuring 1,016. But the woes of the locals are far from over as weather officials have warned more deadly tsunamis could strike the coasts.

    The tsunami was triggered by the eruption of the volcano Anak Krakatau. The volcanic activity started underwater landslide and waves wreaked havoc.

    Here's more.

    More tsunamis

    As volcano continues to erupt, people advised to stay cautious

    Notably, Anak Krakatau erupted again on Sunday prompting officials to sound a warning.

    Sutopo Purwo Nugroho, the spokesperson of the country's disaster mitigation agency said people have been cautioned. Everyone has been advised to steer clear of the coasts.

    Nugroho added agencies are working to analyze the root cause.

    "The Krakatau volcano continues to erupt, which could potentially trigger another tsunami," he said.

    No warning

    Nugroho explains why no warning was given

    Anak Krakatau witnessed activity in the recent months and people were told to stay cautious.

    Explaining why an alert wasn't sounded, Nugroho said Indonesia's early warning system can monitor earthquakes but not underwater landslides.

    However, he added that since Indonesia has 13% of the world's volcanoes, it needed a system which could warn people beforehand.

    He cited lack of funds as a reason.

    Devastation

    Houses ruined, cars swept away and trees uprooted

    The waves, which got more strength due to the full moon, destroyed houses, swept away cars and uprooted trees in various areas including Tanjung Lesung beach resort.

    A local band Seventeen was performing when the waves descended. Viral footage shows the stage being washed away.

    The band's bass player and manager were killed and three other members are missing, confirmed lead singer Riefian Fajarsyah.

    Twitter Post

    Watch: The exact moment tsunami crashed

    NEW: Video shows a tsunami crashing into a venue in Indonesia where the band Seventeen was performing https://t.co/4P9zDCRkKC pic.twitter.com/q9RYOaPTt8

    — BNO News (@BNONews) December 23, 2018

    Rescue

    Rescue operation being hit by blocked roads

    As hundreds remain missing, the rescue operation is in full swing. Though the operation is facing hurdles due to blocked roads, heavy lifting equipment is being sent to worst affected areas.

    Pope Francis expressed his condolences on the tragedy and said, "I am spiritually close to the displaced and to all the people affected, imploring God for relief in their suffering."

    Twitter Post

    America is with you, tweets Donald Trump

    Unthinkable devastation from the tsunami disaster in Indonesia. More than two hundred dead and nearly a thousand injured or unaccounted for. We are praying for recovery and healing. America is with you!

    — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) December 23, 2018
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