Sumatra Flash Floods: 17 Dead, 58 Injured

Torrential rain in Sumatra, Indonesia, has resulted in flash floods and landslides, claiming at least seventeen lives and leaving many more missing. Rescue teams face challenges reaching affected areas, with rivers overflowing and causing widespread destruction. In Sibolga, five bodies and three injured people have been found, while in Central Tapanuli, a family of four was killed in landslides. In South Tapanuli, seven bodies were discovered following floods and landslides, and over two thousand residents were forced to evacuate. Authorities are urging residents in high-risk zones to evacuate immediately due to continued rainfall and the risk of further landslides. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.