Indonesia, Central Sulawesi Earthquake and Tsunami
Sep 28, 2018 18:19
Sep 27, 2026 14:23
Location
Coordinate:
-1.052913, 119.930848
Administrative:
Sulawesi Tengah, Indonesia
Affected Area:
Sulawesi Tengah
Hazard
Main : Earthquake
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Description
The cascading events on 28 September 2018 are characteristic of a catastrophic disaster scenario where major earthquakes (M 6.0 and M 7.4) triggered near-field tsunami, major liquefaction, and landslides, which resulted in direct damages, impacts, and constrained humanitarian access (AHA Centre). This catastrophic disaster prompted Government of Indonesia to welcome offer of international assistance. AHA Centre is engaging in humanitarian operations to this disaster, please find regular updates here: https://ahacentre.org/indonesia-central-sulawesi-m-7-4-earthquake-and-tsunami-updates/
The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) is a repository of information concerning hazards and disasters that have happened in the region. The platform is open for public, which means that the public can submit information about any hazard and disaster to the AHA Centre. Thereafter, the AHA Centre will verify and validate any submitted information to ensure the accuracy of the data inputs. The AHA Centre can also add new information when relevant and as necessary. ADINet has been recording disaster information in the region since the AHA Centre was operational in 2012.