Indonesia is facing a heartbreaking crisis after cyclone-driven floods and landslides swept through West Sumatra, North Sumatra, and Aceh this week. Revised government figures released on 2025-12-05 show that the death toll has climbed above 800, and 463 people remain missing 😢.
In Malalak, West Sumatra, residents are racing against time to salvage their rice supplies from waterlogged sacks. Farmers warn that much of the grain has turned muddy and sprouted 🌾💧—rendering it unfit for consumption. With damaged roads and widespread power cuts, aid deliveries are running late, leaving communities to fend for themselves.
This disaster highlights the growing impact of extreme weather in Southeast Asia. As families struggle to recover their livelihoods, local groups and international agencies are mobilizing relief efforts, even as logistical challenges mount. Stay tuned as we track ongoing rescue operations and share ways you can help support affected communities.
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