Shake It Up: Bali’s 4.8 Tremor Leaves a Few Sad Smiles Behind
This weekend, Bali’s paradise got a bit rough—an earthquake of magnitude 4.8 rattled the island on Saturday morning. While that might sound like just a little jolt, the impact had some serious consequences.
Where It Hit Hard
- Karangasem and Bangli districts on Bali’s eastern edge were the epicenter’s playground.
- In the U.S. Geological Survey’s eyes, the quake popped up off Banjar Wangsian at a shallow 10 km depth.
The Human Cost
Unfortunately, three people lost their lives: a landslide claimed two victims, and a three‑year‑old girl got crushed by falling debris. Gede Darmada, the rescue chief, says the teams have evacuated everyone affected, but damage assessment is still underway.
What’s Actually Happening
- Roads to the struck communities got blocked by a sudden landslide, so rescue crews had to ferry folks across a lake for safety.
- Other parts of Bali came through largely unscathed—no major shakedowns reported.
- Ez, Lombok felt the tremor too, according to local media.
Tourism Back on the Table
After 18 months of tight restrictions, Bali’s doors opened for international tourists last Thursday. However, the influx isn’t expected until late in the month, as authorities consolidate safety and recovery efforts.
