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The severe flood in Sumatra caused by Tropical Cyclone Sinyar has caused a lot of devastation. Incessant torrential rains have inundated many cities and thousands of people have been forced to move to safer places. The situation remains very serious.
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So far, the deaths of 442 people have been confirmed, while hundreds of people are reported missing. Rescue teams are trying to reach people trapped amid debris, mud and strong currents, but weather is hampering rescue efforts.
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The city of Sibolga in northern Sumatra and the central Tapanuli district have been most affected by the floods. Many colonies in these areas have been completely submerged, many houses have been washed away and thousands of people have been separated from their families. The administration is keeping a close eye on the situation.
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Very bad floods washed away roads, washed away many bridges, and completely cut off communications between villages. Relief teams are not able to reach many areas, due to which the condition of the stranded people has worsened and the danger has increased.
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The floods damaged power stations and communication towers, causing complete power outages in many districts. Due to communication gap, the administration is not able to get timely information about the actual damage and necessary help.
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About 35,000 people have been forced to leave their homes and live in temporary camps or schools. There is a severe shortage of food, water and medicine in these camps. The condition of children, the elderly and the sick is especially bad.
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Due to broken roads, it has become difficult for supplies to reach many villages. At many places, people vandalized shops to get food and essential items, videos of which are becoming increasingly viral on social media, increasing concern.
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The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) is trying to deliver relief goods by helicopter, but dense clouds and strong winds are hampering flight operations. Sometimes, it becomes impossible to even deliver the goods, further adding to the crisis.
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About 8,000 people have been evacuated safely so far, but many villages are still completely cut off. Rescue teams are using boats, rubber boats and makeshift platforms to reach areas where water levels are very high.
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