Rescuers in Indonesia have found the body of a man buried under tons of mud and rocks following flash floods and a landslide. The natural disaster hit a hilly village on Sumatra island, leaving 11 people still missing. The incident occurred after torrential rain triggered tons of mud, rocks, and trees to roll down from a mountain, reaching a river which then burst its banks and tore through mountainside villages near Lake Toba in North Sumatra province.
Rescue teams have been working tirelessly to search for the dead and missing, using excavators, dogs, and even their bare hands to shift the rubble in the worst-hit village. Divers equipped with sonar detection have also been deployed to search for possible victims who may have been swept into Lake Toba. On Saturday, the rescuers discovered the body of a hotel employee covered in mud on the lakeside, approximately 500 meters from the devastated Senior Bakara Hotel.
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The landslide and flash floods have caused significant damage in the village of Simangulampe, including at least 35 houses, a church, a school, and a hotel. As a result, around 55 families have been forced to flee to a temporary government shelter. This is a common occurrence in Indonesia, as seasonal rain from October to March often leads to frequent flooding and landslides. The country’s geography, with its many mountains and flood plains, makes it particularly susceptible to such natural disasters.
Lake Toba, spanning 1,145 square kilometers, is a popular tourist destination on Sumatra island. Formed from an ancient super volcano, it is one of 10 stunning natural attractions in Indonesia that the government aims to develop further to attract international visitors. However, incidents like the recent flash floods and landslides serve as a reminder of the potential risks associated with living in such areas.
Efforts to locate the missing individuals and support those affected by the disaster continue, as rescue teams work to restore the affected area and provide aid to the displaced families.
