Indonesia's flood-hit Sumatra braces for more extreme weather
Parts of Indonesia's Sumatra — which is already reeling from the impact of severe flooding — is set to experience more extreme weather, with moderate to heavy rainfall today and tomorrow. Access to some towns has not been restored, as residents wait hours for basic food and supplies. Jakarta is still holding off on declaring a national emergency, which could open up channels for mobilising aid. The death toll is close to the 800 mark, with more than 560 missing. Chandni Vatvani reports from an aid distribution centre in North Sumatra.Â
Parts of Indonesia's Sumatra — which is already reeling from the impact of severe flooding — is set to experience more extreme weather, with moderate to heavy rainfall today and tomorrow. Access to some towns has not been restored, as residents wait hours for basic food and supplies. Jakarta is still holding off on declaring a national emergency, which could open up channels for mobilising aid. The death toll is close to the 800 mark, with more than 560 missing. Chandni Vatvani reports from an aid distribution centre in North Sumatra.Â
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