Flood Death Toll In Indonesia Crosses 900
Severe flooding and landslides in Indonesia have killed more than 900 people, according to officials monitoring the situation. The deaths have been reported mainly from Sumatra, where continuous rains and collapsed slopes have wiped out homes and farmland. Large parts of the affected areas remain submerged, and rescue teams are still reaching remote locations.
Remote Villages Face Starvation Risk
Several villages remain cut off after bridges and roads were destroyed. People have reportedly travelled through debris and fallen trees to reach relief centres. Emergency supplies of food, drinking water and medicines are limited in many areas. Local authorities have warned that starvation could become a serious risk if access routes are not restored quickly.
Infrastructure Damage Hampers Relief
Heavy rainfall triggered flash floods, mudslides and overflowing rivers across Sumatra. Many farms and homes have been washed away, and communication lines remain down. Rescue agencies are struggling to move heavy equipment into the worst-hit regions. The damage has also affected fuel supplies and disrupted local transport.
Call For National Emergency
Officials and regional leaders have urged the central government to declare a national emergency to speed up financial and logistical assistance. Relief efforts are ongoing, but the scale of destruction means more resources and personnel may be required. Authorities have warned that the death toll could rise further as more areas are accessed.
