Severe rains and flash floods have killed at least 19 people in Indonesia this week. The disaster hit two of the country’s major islands on Tuesday. The National Disaster Agency confirmed landslides and flooding in seven districts. Many homes were damaged and hundreds of residents were forced to flee.
According to officials, the worst-hit area was the popular tourist island of Bali. There, 14 deaths were reported due to rain-triggered floods and landslides. Other deaths occurred in nearby districts across the affected islands. Emergency teams are working round the clock to provide aid and assess damage.
Reports say some people are still missing. Rescue teams have launched search operations to locate them. Authorities have also evacuated nearly 500 people to safer locations. Relief supplies are being distributed to displaced families in shelters and remote areas.
Indonesia’s Meteorology and Geophysics Agency has issued further warnings. More heavy rainfall is expected between Friday and Monday in Bali and surrounding provinces. Officials have urged locals and tourists to remain alert and follow safety advisories. Flood-prone and hilly regions are at high risk of more landslides.
Natural disasters are common in Indonesia due to its tropical climate and mountainous terrain. Heavy rains often trigger deadly floods and landslides across the country. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as weather conditions worsen.