Wednesday, October 22, 2008

On the 21st of October, an earthquake tremor was experienced by people in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Earthquake tremor in Jakarta

Fortunately, there have been no reports so far of casualties or damage. The tremor measured 5.6 on the Richter scale and lasted about one minute. Thousands of workers were temporarily evacuated from high-rise office buildings and escaped unscathed.

Indonesia often experiences earthquakes, with the more dangerous ones causing tremors to be felt right here in Singapore. The most disastrous one would be the one which measured 8.7 on the Richter scale and took place on Tuesday, 28 March 2005 at 2.10am in Sumatra.

Result of an 8.7 magnitude earthquake in Sumatra, Indonesia

The Indonesia government estimated 676 deaths and 25, 335 people injured as a result of the 28 March earthquake and aftershocks. Many building were severely damged and tsunami warnings were initially issued but later withdrawn.

After hearing of their plight, Australia provided an initial $1 million to to help the victims recover from the deadly earthquake.The funding was used for things such as shelter, food, clean water and medical care to people still struggling to put their lives back together after the earthquake.

I think that Australia has set an extremely good example for many of the countries to follow. This is exactly what we should do - extend a helping hand to others in need, be it a good friend or or someone you are not acquainted with. The spirit of giving will definitely help a great deal and may even benefit you in time to come. However, that does not mean we should do a good deed with vested interest as it will no longer be sincere. Instead, it may only backfire and do you more harm. Thus, we should help others graciously and willingly, as it will make us a more positive and cheerful person.

ANNABEL! 6:27 PM

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

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