Death Toll from Sumatra and Aceh Natural Disasters Rises to 1,137
Executive Summary
Key insights and market outlook
The death toll from recent natural disasters in Sumatra and Aceh has risen to 1,137 people as of December 26, 2025, according to the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB). The disasters include floods and landslides affecting Sumatra Barat, Sumatra Utara, and Aceh. BNPB's data center head, Abdul Muhari, reported two additional casualties in Aceh and Sumatra Barat compared to the previous day's data.
Deep Dive Analysis
Sumatra and Aceh Natural Disaster Death Toll Continues to Rise
BNPB Reports 1,137 Fatalities as of December 26, 2025
The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has reported a total of 1,137 deaths resulting from recent natural disasters in Sumatra Barat, Sumatra Utara, and Aceh. The disasters include severe flooding and landslides that have affected these regions.
Continuous Update on Casualties
Abdul Muhari, head of BNPB's Data Center, confirmed that there were two additional casualties reported in Aceh and Sumatra Barat when compared to the previous day's figures. This brings the total death toll to 1,137 as of December 26, 2025.
Regional Impact
The natural disasters have significantly impacted Sumatra Barat, Sumatra Utara, and Aceh, with floods and landslides being the primary causes of the casualties. The BNPB continues to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.