Summary
Severe floods and landslides in North Sumatra, Indonesia, have destroyed villages, causing widespread devastation. More than 1,400 people have died across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand due to these disasters. Experts suggest deforestation might have made the situation worse.
Key Facts
- Floods and landslides hit North Sumatra, Indonesia, burying villages in mud.
- These disasters resulted in over 1,400 deaths across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
- Aerial footage shows the extent of the damage in the affected areas.
- Indonesian officials believe deforestation may have increased the disaster's severity.
- The flooding and landslides are part of a larger weather event affecting multiple countries.
