Deforestation's Role in Indonesia's Deadly Floods: Environmental Impact and Urgent Call for Forest Protection

Dec 02, 2025 06:02 pm CST

Indonesia's recent catastrophic floods claiming hundreds of lives highlight the devastating consequences of deforestation. Environmental experts reveal how extensive forest loss has significantly increased vulnerability to flash flooding and landslides across the country, particularly in Sumatra. As Indonesia consistently ranks among global leaders in annual forest loss, government officials and conservationists now urgently call for stronger protection measures and restoration efforts to prevent future disasters.