Deadly floods and landslides hits Indonesia's Java Island
Severe flash floods and landslides have ravaged Indonesia's main island of Java, resulting in at least five fatalities and leaving seven people missing.
The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) reported that the flooding and landslides destroyed over 10 bridges and damaged hundreds of homes. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate the missing individuals, with a focus on a seven-day "golden time" for search and rescue operations.
Indonesia has experienced a series of extreme weather events in recent times, which experts attribute to the effects of climate change.
Authorities and rescue teams remain on high alert as extreme weather patterns continue to pose significant threats across the region. (ILKHA)