Indonesia floods: North Sumatra suffers from deadly landslides
Indonesia Floods | Hyderabad, Nov. 27: Heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flash floods in Sumatra in Indonesia.
Water rushed into several northern districts after sudden cloudbursts.
Landslides followed and pushed mud and debris into many villages.
Rescue teams reported massive destruction across affected zones. Officials confirmed seventeen deaths, also stated that six people remain missing. Relief work continues in difficult conditions.
The disaster hit six districts with strong force. Central Tapanuli, Sibolga, and South Tapanuli saw the worst impact.
Floodwaters submerged about two thousand houses and public buildings. Rains also washed away two major bridges.
Roads remain blocked due to mud and broken structures. Transport and communication networks collapsed in many pockets. Rescue teams face slow movement deadlines due to debris.
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More than two thousand eight hundred people left their homes. They moved to temporary shelters after water swept through their villages.
Lower population density helped reduce casualties. Analysts said similar floods could cause large loss of life in India. They noted that dense settlements raise such risks. Yet officials continue to focus on current operations.
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency continues its relief work. Teams struggle due to bad weather and blocked roads.
Officials use boats, ropes, and manual digging tools to reach remote areas. They also assess damage in each zone. Officials warned of more rain in coming days.
They fear fresh landslides in unstable hills. They advised people in risky locations to shift to safer areas.
West Sumatra authorities declared an emergency response. They deployed health units, supply trucks, and engineering crews.
Officials also opened helplines for missing persons. Local leaders asked residents to follow safety orders. They said coordinated action can reduce further danger.
Rescue teams continue their work with tight focus. They plan rapid survey rounds before the next rain cycle hits.
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