Torrential rains have triggered floods and landslides across parts of southern Asia, killing about 700 people. Monsoon rain exacerbated by tropical storms caused some of the region's worst flooding in years, with millions affected in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka. Intense rainfall began on the Indonesian island of Sumatra, leading to catastrophic incidents. 'During the flood, everything was gone,' said a resident of Bireuen in Sumatra's Aceh province. With hundreds still missing, the death toll is likely to rise as thousands remain stranded, some awaiting rescue on rooftops. As of Saturday, more than 300 people had died in Indonesia, 160 in Thailand, and at least two in Malaysia. In Sri Lanka, the government has declared a state of emergency due to the cyclone and subsequent floods that have killed over 132 people. Efforts to rescue victims and provide relief are ongoing, despite the challenges posed by adverse weather conditions.
Severe Flooding in Southern Asia Claims Hundreds of Lives
Severe Flooding in Southern Asia Claims Hundreds of Lives
Torrential rains across Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka have resulted in devastating floods, with reports indicating over 700 fatalities and significant destruction.
Extreme weather conditions, driven by monsoon rains and tropical storms, have led to disastrous flooding in southern Asia. Countries like Indonesia and Thailand are experiencing some of the worst floods in recent history, with rescue operations ongoing amid increasing death tolls and numerous individuals still missing.
