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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.
Indonesia Flood Crisis: Over 900 Dead as Starvation Threatens Remote Villages in Sumatra
Dec 06, 2025 08:41 pm CST
Devastating floods and landslides have killed more than 900 people in Indonesia's Sumatra island, with starvation emerging as a critical threat in isolated villages. Part of a wider climate disaster affecting Southeast Asia that has claimed nearly 1,800 lives across five countries, the catastrophe has completely destroyed entire communities in Aceh province while the government faces criticism for not declaring a national disaster.
Catastrophic Asian Floods Kill 1,200 Across Four Countries as Relief Efforts Face Critical Supply Challenges
Dec 02, 2025 05:47 pm CST
Devastating floods have claimed approximately 1,200 lives across Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Malaysia, leaving hundreds of thousands in temporary shelters facing severe shortages of clean water, food, and medicine. Relief efforts are hampered by destroyed infrastructure, while affected communities struggle with price inflation of essential goods and limited access to supplies. Climate experts attribute the disaster to intensifying monsoon patterns worsened by climate change.
Over 500 Dead as Floods and Landslides Devastate Southeast Asia: Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia Face Crisis
Nov 30, 2025 07:37 pm CST
Deadly floods and landslides have claimed over 500 lives across Southeast Asia, with Indonesia reporting 336 deaths, Thailand 170, and Malaysia 2, following a rare tropical storm in the Malacca Strait. Relief efforts continue as more than 4 million people have been affected, with rescue teams using helicopters to reach isolated communities amid receding floodwaters and extensive damage.
India Launches Operation Sagar Bandhu: Delivering Critical Relief to Flood-Devastated Sri Lanka
Nov 29, 2025 03:24 pm CST
India has mobilized immediate humanitarian assistance through Operation Sagar Bandhu, sending essential supplies via military aircraft and naval vessels to Sri Lanka, where devastating floods and landslides from cyclone Ditwah have claimed at least 69 lives and displaced over 200,000 people. With power outages affecting 7 million residents and continued heavy rainfall forecast, this timely aid addresses the growing humanitarian crisis in the neighboring island nation.
Cyclone Ditwah Death Toll Rises to 123 in Sri Lanka as Massive Evacuation Efforts Continue
Nov 29, 2025 03:00 pm CST
Cyclone Ditwah has caused devastating floods across Sri Lanka, resulting in 123 deaths and 130 missing persons. Nearly 44,000 people have been evacuated to welfare centers as the Kelani River bursts its banks. Relief operations are underway with military assistance while India provides emergency aid to the affected regions.
6 Killed and Several Missing in Telangana as Cyclone Montha Triggers Devastating Floods
Oct 31, 2025 11:06 pm CST
At least six people have died in Telangana due to heavy rains caused by Cyclone Montha, with incidents including a couple washed away in Siddipet and others killed by falling trees and collapsing walls. Multiple districts experienced severe flooding and waterlogging, with several people still reported missing after being swept away by floodwaters.
Heroic Doctor Ziplines Across Gorge to Treat Landslide Victims in West Bengal
Oct 08, 2025 02:36 pm CST
A dedicated medical professional in West Bengal risked his life by traversing a deep gorge via zipline to provide critical care to patients isolated by devastating landslides. Dr. Irfan Molla, Nagrakata's Block Medical Officer, used specialized safety equipment to reach Bamandanga village after roads were destroyed. This act of extraordinary commitment occurred amidst severe flooding that has claimed 28 lives in northern West Bengal, with rescue operations ongoing across the affected regions.
Devastating Floods in Darjeeling: 17 Dead, Tourists Advised to Stay Put as Rescue Operations Underway
Oct 05, 2025 05:49 pm CST
Severe flooding and landslides have claimed at least 17 lives in Darjeeling, with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee advising tourists to remain where they are until police can safely evacuate them. Following sudden heavy rainfall exceeding 300mm in 12 hours, multiple districts in North Bengal are underwater, critical bridges have collapsed, and road access to Sikkim has been cut off. State authorities have established 24/7 control rooms while Prime Minister Modi and other officials have pledged full support for rescue and relief operations.
'What Will We Do With Rs 1,600 Crore?': Bhagwant Mann On Centre's Flood Aid
Sep 19, 2025 07:46 pm CST
The initial assessment of damage from floods that have ravaged Punjab over the past weeks is around Rs 13,800 crore and the final figure will likely be higher, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann told NDTV Friday.