Indonesia continues to battle extreme weather conditions that have struck the country during the New Year holidays. At least five people have died, and thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate their homes.
Since December 22, tidal flooding has hit Banyuwangi in East Java province, flooding 1,200 homes.
On the popular tourist island of Bali, heavy rains flooded major roads. Tourists were evacuated by rescue boats, and authorities used pumps and regulated traffic to minimize the damage.
In North Sumatra, in the Simalungun district, a river burst its banks, sweeping away a house with two people inside, who died.
In South Sulawesi province, over 55,000 residents in the Barru region have been affected by floods, with water levels reaching 1.2 meters. Landslides blocked key roads, complicating the delivery of aid. One person has been reported dead.
In Hulu Sungai Tengah district, South Kalimantan, floods submerged over 2,000 homes, schools, markets, and religious sites. Local authorities deployed excavators and rescue teams to clear debris and assist the affected.
In Jakarta, residents of the northern coastline were affected by tidal floods, with water levels reaching up to 1 meter in some areas, causing disruptions to transportation and rail networks.
Indonesia's Meteorological Agency has warned of ongoing heavy rains with thunderstorms and winds until the beginning of next year, increasing the risk of further disasters.
Indonesia is vulnerable to natural disasters, particularly floods, due to its geographical location and climate. With rising temperatures and increased atmospheric moisture, these calamities are intensifying, threatening the lives of millions of people.
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