The death toll from the floods that struck three provinces on Indonesia’s Sumatra Island has risen to 800, marking one of the worst natural disasters the country has experienced in recent years. Another 550 people remain missing amid extensive search and rescue operations carried out by Indonesian authorities and volunteer teams.
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Indonesian media reported that more than three million people have been affected by the floods, which submerged large residential areas and infrastructure, and disrupted road and communication networks—further complicating the delivery of aid to the hardest-hit regions.
A large number of residents have also been forced to flee their homes after they were damaged and essential services were cut off. Authorities are working to establish emergency shelters and provide basic necessities, while continued warnings highlight the risk of rising water levels due to ongoing rainfall.
