Sumatra Natural Disasters: Rising Death Toll and Humanitarian Crisis

BNPB Reports 708 Fatalities

The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has confirmed that the death toll from the recent series of floods and landslides in Sumatra has reached 708 people. The affected regions include Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. Abdul Muhari, Head of BNPB's Data and Information Center, provided the update during a press conference broadcast on BNPB Indonesia's YouTube channel on December 2, 2025.

Current Casualty Figures

The latest figures show that 294 people have died in North Sumatra alone, with an additional 155 reported missing in the same province. The overall number of missing persons across the three affected provinces stands at 499. The BNPB continues to coordinate search and rescue efforts in the affected areas.

Humanitarian Impact

The natural disasters have caused significant disruption to the affected communities, with extensive damage to infrastructure and property. The BNPB is working closely with other government agencies and humanitarian organizations to provide relief to those affected.

Response and Relief Efforts

The Indonesian government has mobilized resources to support the affected regions. Emergency response teams are working to provide essential services, including medical care, food, and shelter, to those displaced by the disasters. The BNPB is maintaining close coordination with local authorities to ensure effective distribution of aid.