A powerful earthquake struck the Indonesian island of Sulawesi on 28 September and triggered a terrifying tsunami, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Tens of thousands of homes have been destroyed and entire communities have been decimated. More than 1,400 people are confirmed dead and 200,000 survivors are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. DEC member charities and their partners are working closely with the Indonesian authorities and are providing food, clean water, first aid and shelter, as well as helping survivors to cope with the trauma of the last few days.