JAKARTA, Indonesia.- The death toll of the earthquake and tsunami that shook Celebes Island in Indonesia exceeds 1200 people, the fast-acting team working in the affected area reported.

On social networks, the head of the Government’s Investment Council, Tom Lembong, said President Joko Widodo authorized to accept international aid for urgent response and assistance after the disaster, which left so far 500 injured and more than 16000 displaced.

At this time, local media report that the lack of food and gasoline marks the priorities of the survivors of the catastrophe.

In a public event, Widodo assured that the government will deliver food and water in large quantities to the victims of the earthquake and tsunami, which will arrive aboard a Hercules plane.