Aceh Floods Cause Extensive Damage to Fish Farms

Overview of the Disaster

The recent severe flooding in Aceh has caused significant damage to the region's fish farming industry. According to the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), approximately 30,000 hectares of fish farms were affected by the disaster. This extensive damage has impacted over 30,000 fish farmers, leading to substantial economic losses.

Extent of the Damage

The damage to fish farms varies from minor to severe and is spread across 16 regencies/cities in Aceh. The Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Sakti Wahtyu Trenggono, provided detailed information about the extent of the damage, highlighting the widespread nature of the disaster. The affected areas are not limited to a single location but are distributed throughout the region, complicating relief efforts.

Government Response

The Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs, Zulkifli Hasan, confirmed the extent of the damage, stating that the total affected area is around 30,000 hectares. The government is assessing the situation to provide appropriate support to the affected communities. The disaster highlights the vulnerability of fish farming infrastructure to natural disasters and the need for resilient infrastructure in the sector.