Jakarta, Sept. 26 -- The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) is preparing basic logistical assistance for residents affected by the 5.7 magnitude earthquake in Banyuwangi and Situbondo, East Java.

The Head of the BNPB Disaster Data, Information, and Communication Center, Abdul Muhari, on Friday, informed that the logistical supplies, including food and non-food items, are ready to deliver to East Java if a rapid assessment indicates the need for central government intervention.

"BNPB has prepared basic logistics that can be immediately distributed to assist affected communities," he said.

According to BNPB data, as of Friday morning, the earthquake caused no fatalities but damaged several buildings.

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