Sumatra Region Faces Severe Infrastructure Damage from Landslides and Floods

Extensive Damage Across Multiple Provinces

The Sumatra region has been hit by a series of devastating natural disasters, with the Ministry of Public Works recording 245 landslides and 62 floods across various areas. This disaster has resulted in significant infrastructure damage, particularly in North Sumatra and Aceh, where numerous roads and bridges have been affected.

Provincial Breakdown of Damage

• North Sumatra recorded 113 landslides and 20 floods, with 80 landslide points already made functional but 30 still under repair.
• Aceh suffered 59 landslides, 27 floods, and 22 bridge damages, making it the region with the most severe bridge damage.
• West Sumatra experienced 73 landslides and 15 floods, with most of the landslide points already addressed.

Response and Recovery Efforts

The Ministry of Public Works is prioritizing rapid response and recovery efforts, focusing on restoring access to affected areas. Director General Roy Rizali Anwar stated that in emergency situations, all available budgets can be utilized for disaster response. The ministry is working to expedite the repair process, allowing for immediate execution of funds without waiting for administrative or audit processes.

Infrastructure Restoration Strategy

1. Immediate restoration of critical road and bridge infrastructure
2. Utilization of all available budget allocations for disaster response
3. Coordination with local authorities to maximize resource deployment
4. Prioritization of national road network restoration

The situation remains critical as recovery efforts continue, with the ministry working to restore normalcy and ensure the affected communities have access to essential services and supplies.