Indonesia, Sumatra

In North Sumatra, Indonesia, flash floods and landslides have claimed at least 27 lives, causing searches for those trapped, ...
Landslides are frequent in Indonesia, especially in the rainy season. The risk of landslides is often increased by deforestation and small-scale illegal mining operations in remote districts.
The tragedy is a grim reminder of the seasonal rains, which typically last from October to March and frequently result in flooding and landslides across Indonesia. The archipelago, home to 17,000 ...
Heavy rains caused flash floods and landslides in mountainous areas of North Sumatra over the weekend, local media reported. According to search and rescue officials, many people are missing while ...