On Indonesia's Sumatra island, the number of fatalities has reached 435 as a result of severe floods and landslides.
Modern.az reports that "Reuters" disseminated information on this matter, citing official data.
Roads have been destroyed and telecommunications infrastructure damaged in many areas. Rescue and humanitarian aid teams used helicopters to deliver aid to areas inaccessible by land.
Previously, the number of fatalities was reported to be 303.
The Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency stated that the disaster was caused by heavy rains that have continued in the region since the end of last week. The floods damaged residential buildings, roads, and infrastructure, hindering rescuers' access to the most affected areas.
