Jakarta, Indonesia, November 30, 2025 – The catastrophic floods and landslides triggered by cyclonic rains in Sumatra, Indonesia, have led to a rising death toll of 303, as reported by the head of the nation’s disaster mitigation agency on Saturday. This marks a significant increase from the previously reported 174 fatalities. Tens of thousands are now displaced, with numerous individuals isolated as rescue operations navigate difficult circumstances.
The severe weather, spurred by an unusual tropical storm in the Malacca Strait, has also reached areas of Malaysia and southern Thailand. In Thailand, the latest updates reveal that 162 fatalities attributed to intense flooding have been confirmed, a rise from the previous count of 145, according to government spokesperson Siripong Angkasakulkiat.
In Sumatra, approximately 80,000 people have been forced to evacuate, but at least 279 individuals remain unaccounted for across three provinces, as noted by Suharyanto, the head of Indonesia’s disaster mitigation agency. Rescue teams are deploying helicopters to deliver much-needed supplies and aid to remote areas in northern Sumatra, where landslides have blocked roads and disrupted communication.
“We are actively working to restore the route from North Tapanuli to Sibolga, which has been unreachable for three days,” Suharyanto told reporters. Authorities are also striving to remove road blockages due to landslides, as trapped individuals desperately seek food and medical assistance. The military is set to enhance relief operations starting Sunday.
In the Central Tapanuli region, frantic residents have resorted to plundering supplies, illustrating the desperate situation communities face. Authorities continue their efforts to facilitate evacuations, distribute aid, and provide medical support amid these challenging conditions.
The devastating floods and landslides in Indonesia and Thailand highlight the severe consequences of cyclones in Southeast Asia, leaving countless people displaced, infrastructure in ruins, and communities striving for recovery. Emergency services are advising residents to stay alert as heavy rainfall is predicted to persist across the area.
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