🌧️ Flash Floods Strike West Sumatra: 41 Lives Lost, 17 Missing 🌊
This weekend brought devastating news from Indonesia's West Sumatra Province. Torrential rains on Saturday night unleashed powerful flash floods and mudslides, claiming at least 41 lives. As of Monday, rescue teams are still searching for 17 people who remain missing.
The sudden downpour triggered not just flooding but also landslides and cold lava flows—a dangerous mix of volcanic ash, rock debris, and water that moves like mud. 🌋🌪️ These natural disasters affected three districts in the province, leaving communities in shock and mourning.
\"The situation is challenging, but our teams are working tirelessly,\" said Abdul Malik, chief of the provincial rescue team. Rescue operations are ongoing as they navigate through difficult terrains to find the missing.
Our hearts go out to the people of West Sumatra during this tough time. 💔 It's a stark reminder of how unpredictable Mother Nature can be. Stay safe out there, amigos!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
