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Indonesia Landslides: Death Toll Climbs as Rain Worsens
21 Nov
Summary
- Landslides on Indonesia's Java island have killed at least 30 people.
- Heavy rainfall triggered a major landslide in Banjarnegara district.
- Thousands remain evacuated due to ongoing landslide risks.
The death toll from a series of devastating landslides on Indonesia's Java island has tragically risen to 30. Rescuers are continuing their search for numerous people still unaccounted for following the catastrophic events. Heavy rainfall was identified as the cause of a major landslide in Banjarnegara district, Central Java, which destroyed at least 48 homes.
Over 700 personnel, including military, police, and volunteers, are engaged in the extensive search and rescue operations. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) reported that additional bodies were recovered, bringing the Banjarnegara death toll to 10. Meanwhile, in a separate incident, a landslide struck three villages in neighbouring Cilacap district, claiming at least 20 lives.
Thousands of residents remain evacuated as authorities express concern over ongoing rain, water build-up, and active springs that could trigger further landslides. The monsoon season, which typically brings such disasters, is expected to continue with warnings of more heavy rain in the coming weeks, exacerbated by climate change intensifying storm patterns.
