DPR-Member Novita Wijayanti Praise Sative BMKG Bazarnas Hdering Posto Earthquake

Jakarta -Member of Commission V of the Indonesian Parliament, Novita Wijayanti, conveyed compassion for the community affected by the M 6 earthquake that shook Poso Regency, Central -Sulawesi. The earthquake caused 32 people to be injured with two of them in critical condition. Novita emphasized that this incident was a reminder that Indonesia as a Ringland should always be prepared to face the threat of earthquakes and other natural disasters. “The earthquake that coincided with the commemoration of Independence Day was a test for all of us. Behind this event we were reminded again that the disaster’s emergency response should be a top priority. Commission V of the Indonesian Parliament, together with BMKG and Basarnas, will continue to strengthen the softening system and softening of the people, (8/17/17/202). Browse to continue the content of the Gerindra faction in the Indonesian Parliament, the BMKG appreciated to provide earthquake and early warning information to the public, as well as the readiness of Basarnas to evacuate and save victims. According to him, the velocity of information and response is the key to minimizing the decline of deaths. In addition to an emergency step, Novita emphasizes the importance of building disasters -to -force infrastructure. According to him, many public facilities such as schools, worship houses, to residents’ homes in earthquake areas still do not have sufficient standards for endurance of earthquake. “Commission V will encourage critical infrastructure improvement so that people in areas with disaster can be more protected. Roads, bridges, hospitals, schools, all need to be safely confirmed,” he said. Novita invited the Posto community to remain calm, alert and follow official information from BMKG and BNPB. He also ensured that Gerindra would continue to oversee the government’s efforts to channel assistance, infrastructure recovery and the improvement of the national ram press system. “Our prayers and support with the Posto community. Hopefully the victims will get help soon, and the affected areas can recover soon. The momentum of independence should be a reminder that the state is present to protect all its people, especially in difficult times like this,” Novita said. As is known, an earthquake with a size 6.0 that was updated to a size of 5.8 this morning shook the area of Posto Regency, Central Sulawesi. The total number of injuries due to the earthquake so far has become 32 people. This data is based on the results of the report on the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) per 12.00 WIB. Of the 32 injured, 16 people were referred to the Posto Regional Hospital. “Of this, 16 people were referred to the Posto Regional Hospital, including two people in critical condition, and six people were treated in the Tokorondo Health Center, as well as ten other people sustained minor injuries,” BNPB data, information and communications center, head of Abdul Muhari, said in his statement, Sunday (8/17/2025). “There have been no reports on the death toll yet,” he continued. Meanwhile, the damage to the recorded building contains 4 units of heavily damaged housing, 33 houses that are slightly damaged, 1 unit SDN 1 Tangkura building has been damaged, including 3 units of worship facilities, namely the church of the Elims of Masani Village, Gloria Church and GPDL Mahnaim. (FAS/IMK)