Flood deaths rise to 174 in Indonesia, surge across Southeast Asia
Summary
Heavy rain and storms have caused floods and landslides in several Southeast Asian countries, leading to 174 deaths in Indonesia's Sumatra island. Nearby countries like Thailand and Malaysia also experienced severe weather, with numerous fatalities and many people displaced. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing in the affected regions.Key Facts
- 174 people have died due to floods and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island, with 79 still missing.
- The most affected area in Indonesia is North Sumatra province, with 116 reported deaths.
- Heavy rain has caused significant flooding in Thailand, leading to 145 deaths across eight provinces.
- In Malaysia, storm Senyar has resulted in two deaths, and thousands have been evacuated.
- Thousands of families have been displaced in Sumatra, with some regions remaining unreachable by rescuers.
- Communications and power are down in parts of Indonesia's affected areas, complicating rescue efforts.
- Efforts are underway to restore services and provide aid to affected communities in Indonesia and neighboring countries.
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