disaster mitigation
Devastating Indonesia Floods Cause Critical Food and Medical Shortages as Death Toll Nears 1,000
Dec 09, 2025 02:14 am CST
Indonesia is facing severe food and medical shortages following catastrophic floods that have killed 961 people across three provinces. Over one million people have been displaced as recovery efforts continue, with elephants being deployed to help clear debris. Officials estimate reconstruction costs could reach $3.1 billion as climate change intensifies monsoon impacts across Southeast Asia.
Centre Approves Rs 1,950 Crore Disaster Relief Fund to Karnataka and Maharashtra for Monsoon Flood Recovery
Oct 20, 2025 02:41 am CST
The Indian government has allocated Rs 1,950.80 crore as the second installment of disaster relief funds to Karnataka and Maharashtra to assist recovery efforts following severe monsoon flooding. This is part of a larger national disaster response initiative that has already distributed over Rs 13,600 crore to affected states, with comprehensive support including 199 NDRF teams deployed across India.
Indonesia School Collapse: 59 Students Feared Dead as Rescuers Detect No Signs of Life After Four Days
Oct 02, 2025 04:24 pm CST
Rescue efforts continue at an Indonesian boarding school where 59 students remain trapped after Monday's collapse. Officials report "no more signs of life" after deploying thermal drones, devastating families who have waited four days for news. Experts point to substandard construction as the likely cause, highlighting Indonesia's ongoing building safety concerns.