Hundreds killed after floods and landslides in Indonesia

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Severe flooding in Indonesia, particularly on Sumatra island, has resulted in a rising death toll of 442, with hundreds still missing as rescue efforts continue. Reports indicate that residents have resorted to looting shops for food and water amidst the devastation. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka has also faced deadly floods, with at least 193 fatalities reported due to torrential rains and mudslides.

Authorities in Indonesia, Thailand, and Sri Lanka are responding to devastating floods and landslides that have resulted in over 900 fatalities across Southeast Asia. The relentless monsoon rains, intensified by a tropical storm, have left thousands stranded and in urgent need of assistance, marking one of the worst natural disasters in the region since the 2004 tsunami.

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Severe flooding in Indonesia's Sumatra island has resulted in a rising death toll exceeding 440, with hundreds still missing as rescue efforts continue. The government has reported significant destruction and displacement of thousands of families due to the relentless monsoon rains and landslides.

Severe flooding in Indonesia, particularly on Sumatra island, has led to a rising death toll of 442, with many areas remaining inaccessible for aid delivery. The situation has left residents struggling to find food and clean water amidst the devastation.

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Severe flooding across Southeast Asia has resulted in a tragic death toll exceeding 400, with Indonesia being the hardest hit. The relentless monsoon rains, exacerbated by cyclones, have caused widespread destruction, displacing thousands and prompting emergency responses in affected regions.