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Indonesia Floods: 14 Dead, Four Missing
6 Jan
Summary
- Flash floods on Siau island killed 14 people.
- Four individuals remain missing as rescue efforts continue.
- Hundreds of homes and government buildings were destroyed.
At least 14 people have died following flash floods on Siau island in Indonesia's North Sulawesi, with four individuals still unaccounted for as of Tuesday. The severe rainfall, occurring during the peak of the wet season, triggered the deadly deluge, sweeping away residents and causing widespread destruction.
Rescue teams are actively searching for the missing, while excavators work to clear main roads blocked by rocks, debris, and thick mud. Hundreds of houses and government buildings were reportedly destroyed, displacing at least 444 people who have been evacuated to local schools and churches.
The disaster mitigation agency confirmed the evacuations and ongoing clearance efforts. The region is experiencing its peak wet season, with forecasts indicating continued risks of floods across several Indonesian islands throughout January and February.
