adamclarke120 August 30, 2024

At Least 50 Killed As Landslides Pummel East Java

Video Shows Indonesian Houses Swamped by Mud From Deadly Flood

At least 50 people have died and dozens more are missing in Indonesia after torrential rains triggered landslides and severe flooding.

A video taken by a resident captures the devastation, showing muddy water gushing through homes and submerging cars in the town of Lumajang.

The disaster has forced thousands of people to flee their homes, many seeking shelter in temporary evacuation camps.

Heavy rainfall has caused rivers to overflow and slopes to collapse in several areas of East Java.

The landslides have buried entire villages, while the flooding has left thousands of homes submerged.

Rescuers are struggling to reach survivors due to the treacherous conditions and blocked roads.

Many of the victims were found trapped in their homes or buried under collapsed buildings.

Emergency responders are working tirelessly to locate and rescue survivors, using heavy machinery to clear debris.

The Indonesian government has declared a state of emergency and is providing assistance to the affected areas.

The Indonesian Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) has warned that heavy rainfall may continue in the coming days.

Residents have been urged to stay vigilant and take precautions against further landslides and flooding.

Evacuation sirens have been activated in several areas, and people are being advised to move to higher ground if possible.