Death toll from floods and landslides on island hit 248

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleRescue workers in Indonesia are struggling to reach victims in several areas devastated by an earthquake and floods, with the confirmed death toll of 248 expected to rise. The affected regions, including North Sumatra, West Sumatra's Agam district, and Aceh province, are largely cut off due to damaged roads, downed communication lines, and destroyed bridges. Over 500 people have been injured, and nearly 3,000 families displaced, with 78 individuals still missing in Agam district alone. Rescue efforts are severely hampered by a lack of heavy equipment, ongoing heavy rain, and strong currents, making it difficult to reach potential survivors buried under mud and rocks. Authorities have declared a state of emergency in Aceh province, as relief aircraft deliver aid and supplies to the hard-hit areas amidst the challenging conditions. In fullAt least 248 dead after floods and landslides on Indonesia’s Sumatra islandThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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