Indonesia: Floods and Landslides - Aug 2021

Strong winds in Cimahi City in West Java and flooding in North Luwu in South Sulawesi and Cilegon City in Banten was reported by Badan Nasional Penanggulangan Bencana (BNPB). The flooding in North Luwu Regency in South Sulawesi was identified to have been caused by heavy rainfall and the overflowing of Masamba and Lamoa Rivers in Masamba, Bone Bone and South Sumakaju Subdistricts, respectively. Localised heavy rainfall that have caused the overflowing of rivers in Banten and multiple subdistricts in North Luwu Regency in South Sulawesi have affected 1.8K people according to the reports from BNPB. (AHA Centre, 8 Aug 2021)

Widespread floods and river overflow across several parts of Indonesia since the beginning of August, have led to casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADInet), 750 people are affected in North Luwu Regency,(South Sulawesi Province) and 100 houses damaged. More than 750 people are affected in Banten province (western Java Island) and 163 houses damaged. 200 people were affected and 43 houses damaged in Eastern Seram Regency (Maluku Province). (ECHO, 10 Aug 2021)

Hydro-meteorological disaster events have been reported in Aceh, North Sumatra, Banten, West Java, Central Java, and South Kalimantan Province, Indonesia which affected more than 36,000 people and displaced almost 40,000 persons in 11 regencies, as reported by Badan Nasional Penanggulan Bencana (BNPB). According to BNPB, heavy rainfall on 14 August caused floods in Tanah Bumbu and Tanah Laut Regency, South Kalimantan, which affected around 16,900 persons, displaced more than 20,000 persons and damaged almost 1,000 houses. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall and overflowing of the rivers caused floods and landslide in Aceh Besar, Aceh Jaya, and Southeast Aceh Regency, Aceh affecting almost 8,000 persons, displacing around 1,000 persons, and damaging more than 2,000 houses. (AHA Centre, 15 Aug 2021)

Between 11-16 August, heavy monsoon rains have caused floods in a number of regions in Indonesia. Floods were reported in Tanah Laut and Tanah Bumbu regencies in South Kalimantan, directly affecting about 6,000 people and inundated 1,800 houses. In Aceh Jaya, floods affected 64,000 people and inundated some 1,900 houses, while at least 300 houses were flooded in Nias Utara in North Sumatra. In each regency, local governments and community-based organizations provided immediate assistances that include evacuation, shelter, food, and other basic living items. (OCHA, 17 Aug 2021)

Widespread floods caused by heavy rainfall have affected most parts of the country since 19 August, resulting in casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADInet), floodings hit 3,375 people in Sumatra, while more than 3,000 people have been affected in Kalimantan. More than 500 people have been hit by floods in Java, as well as 241 others in Sulawesi. For the next 24 hours, moderate to heavy rain is forecast across most parts of Kalimantan and Sumatra, while light to moderate rain is expected over Sulawesi and Java. (ECHO, 23 Aug 2021)

Widespread floods triggered by heavy rain continue to affect several parts of Indonesia over the past few days, leading to casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADInet), in Sumatra island, at least 4,200 people have been affected, 2,935 in Medan City (North Sumatra Province) and 1,255 in East Aceh Regency (Aceh Province). In Kalimantan Island, more than 750 people have been affected and 40 displaced across the Regencies of Seruyan and West Kotawaringin (Central Kalimantan Province). (ECHO, 25 Aug 2021)

Flooding and rain-induced landslides have been reported in South Sulawesi Province, which affected more than 62,000 people across Soppeng, Wajo, Bone, and North Luwu Regency as reported by Badan Nasional Penanggulan Bencana (BNPB). According to BNPB, heavy rainfall and the overflowing of the Bunne, Lajaroko, and Walannae rivers caused floods on 28 August in Soppeng Regency, affecting around 33,600 persons and damaging around 5,400 houses, 2 bridges, roads, 2,530 ha of rice fields, and 6 ha of plantations area. [...] Meanwhile, heavy rainfall and overflowing of the Lajokka and Walennae rivers, and other tributaries caused floods in Wajo Regency, affecting more than 22,000 persons, and damaging around 6,400 houses, 5 bridges, 23 schools, 3 health facilities, 8 village offices, 17 worship places, 1 market, 3,892 ha of rice fields, and 1,137 ha of fishponds. (AHA Centre, 29 Aug 2021)

The number of casualties due to floods and landslides that have been affecting parts of Indonesia is increasing. The Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management reports five deaths, four injuries and seven severely damaged houses following two landslides in Karo Regency (North Sumatra Province). In South Sulawesi Province, at least 62,900 people have been affected by flood events, as well as almost 15,000 people in Central Kalimantan Province. (ECHO, 31 Aug 2021)

Heavy rain has been affecting western and eastern Indonesia (in particular Sumatra and Sulawesi Islands) since 29 August, causing rivers overflow, floods and triggering landslides that have resulted in evacuations and damage. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports, as of 2 September, more than 1,550 affected people, of which 670 in Tebing Tinggi City (North Sumatra Province), 235 in Bengkulu City (Bengkulu Province, southern Sumatra), and around 650 more in Sidengreng Rappang Regency (South Sulawesi Province). In addition, ADINet reports more than 360 affected houses across the aforementioned Provinces. (ECHO, 2 Sep 2021)

Heavy rain continues to hit several parts of Indonesia over the past few days, causing floods, triggering landslides and resulting in casualties and damage. The Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management reports two fatalities, one missing person and 26 evacuated people in Ngada Regency (East Nusa Tenggara Province, eastern Indonesia) following a flash flood event. In Central Kalimantan Province (Kalimantan Island), more than 7,400 people have been affected by flooding and landslides as well as almost 1,500 people in the Provinces of West Sulawesi and Gorontalo (Sulawesi Island). (ECHO, 6 Sep 2021)

Days of torrential rain and the overflowing of the Pinoh and Melawi rivers resulted in floods in Melawi and Ketapang Regencies in West Kalimantan, starting from 7 September. The flood waters reached up to 3.5 meters in some areas. As of 10 September, about 19,000 households (72,000 people) were directly affected. Local government agencies have issued emergency response statuses and have provided relief assistance. The Indonesian Red Cross has deployed personnel to conduct assessments and assisted evacuations, and have coordinated the distribution of food, hygiene kits, and cleaning kits to affected people. (OCHA, 13 Sep 2021)

On 13-14 September, heavy rain was reported across areas of Indonesia, causing floods, flash floods, rivers overflow, and landslides. According to the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre), at least 11,839 people have been affected and approximately 2,570 houses have been damaged or destroyed in West Java, Papua, East Kalimantan, Banten ad Riau Provinces. One of the hardest-hit areas is Banten Province, where about 140 people have been displaced across Pandeglang, Serang, and Lebak Regencies. In Papua Province, rescue operations have been hampered by damaged roads and material covering the access. On 15-16 September, heavy rain accompanied by lightning and strong winds is forecast for West Java, Papua, East Kalimantan, Banten Provinces. (ECHO, 15 Sep 2021)

On 20-21 September heavy rain resulted in river overflow, floods and landslides across East Kalimantan, North Sulawesi and West Java Provinces. According to reports from the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB) and the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre), one person is missing and several others have been displaced, and at least 37 buildings have been damaged after the overflow of the Palaus River in Southeast Minahasa Regency (North Sulawesi). A landslide event in Cianjur Regency (West Java Province) resulted in one injured person and about seven displaced people. Flooding in Penajem Paser Utara Regency (East Kalimantan) has affected 103 people and damaged 30 houses and one place of worship. Heavy rain with lightning and strong winds are forecast over East Kalimantan, North Sulawesi and West Java Provinces on 22-23 September. (ECHO, 22 Sep 2021)

Heavy rain continues to hit several parts of Sulawesi Island (central Indonesia), causing floods, triggering landslides and leading to casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), more than 460 people have been displaced, and approximately 7,200 people have been affected across the Provinces of North, South and Southeast Sulawesi, and Gorontalo. (ECHO, 24 Sep 2021)

Heavy rain has been affecting Sumatra Island over the past few days, triggering landslides, causing floods and leading to casualties and damage. According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), one person has died, three are still missing, and one person has been injured due to a landslide in Sugihen Village (Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province). The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports more than 1,200 affected people across the Provinces of Riau and South Sumatra following flood events. (ECHO, 27 Sep 2021)

Heavy rain for several days resulted in flooding in Gunung Mas Regency of Central Kalimantan on 22-26 September, which directly affected 13,638 people. The emergency response is declared until the end of September, and the local government has provided food assistance. Flooding events also occurred in Luwu and North Luwu Regencies of South Sulawesi on 20-24 September, affecting over 4,000 people. (OCHA, 27 Sep 2021)

Heavy rain and strong winds have been affecting Padang Pariaman Regency (West Sumatra Province, western Indonesia) since 29 September, causing floods, triggering landslides and resulting in casualties and damage. According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), four people have died, five others have been injured and 72 people evacuated following landslide events. In addition, 388 houses have been flooded and 12 others damaged by strong winds. (ECHO, 30 Sep 2021)

According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB) and the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), three people are missing and 20 others sustained injuries in Luwu Regency (South Sulawesi Province). At least 127 people have been displaced and up to 12,000 individuals remain isolated, after the overflow of the Batusitanduk River, causing the damage of about 60 houses. In North Aceh Regency (Aceh Province, Sumatra Island), 2,164 people have been affected and about 431 houses were damaged by the overflow of several rivers. Additional flooding was reported in Gorontalo Regency (Sulawesi Island) and Tabalong Regency (South Kalimantan Province, Borneo Island), affecting more than 2,500 people. (ECHO, 4 Oct 2021)

Due to high intensity rain that occurred on Tuesday, 5 October 2021, at 13:00 WIB, the coastal flood inundated at least ±15,596 households in seven urban villages including: Belawan I, Belawan II, Sicanang, Bahari, Bahagia, Bagan Deli, and Labuan Deli. It is estimated that about 70,685 persons were affected by the flood (BNPB). [...] According to the media, the flooding events affected thousands of houses and numerous roads in the coastal area. Locals said that the tidal flooding can be attributed to clogged drainage and plastic waste. The seven villages affected by flood are located in Medan Belawan Subdistrict, which is often hit by floods during high tide and high rainfall conditions (media). (AHA Centre, 8 Oct 2021)

On 4-5 October, floods caused by heavy rain were reported across Medan City (North Sumatra Province), East, West, Central Kalimantan (Borneo Island), resulting in casualties. According to the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre), at least 15,596 households have been affected and more than 15,000 houses have been damaged by coastal flooding that occurred on 5 October in Medan City. In West and East Kalimantan, 543 people have been displaced due to floods and in Central Kalimantan about 223 families have been affected by river overflow. (ECHO, 8 Oct 2021)

On 17 October, heavy rain caused the overflow of Ogan River in Ogan Komering Ulu Regency (South Sumatra Province, Indonesia), resulting in evacuations and damage. According to the Indonesian Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), 110 people have been evacuated as 140 houses were damaged. Two bridges and four buildings, including one school, have been heavily damaged. Floods affected up to 520 people in Ogan Komering Ulu. (ECHO, 18 Oct 2021)

On 22-23 October, several flooding and landslide events caused by heavy rain were reported across Indonesia, resulting in casualties. On 23 October, three people died and two others were injured after a landslide event occurred in Deli Serdang Regency (North Sumatra Province). Floods in Toli-Toli Regency (Central Sulawesi) left four injured people and 192 displaced residents, as at least 36 houses have been damaged or destroyed. In Kapuas Hulu Regency (West Kalimantan Province), more than 2,990 individuals have been affected by floodwater and about 800 buildings sustained damages, including 24 public facilities. (ECHO, 25 Oct 2021)

Floods in Sekadau and Sanggau regencies in West Kalimantan between 25 and 30 October killed one person and directly affected 14,482 people, of whom over 2,000 were temporarily displaced. Similar flooding events also occurred in Dumai and Pekanbaru regencies in Riau Province between 25-30 October, affecting about 800 households (4,000 people). Responding to the situation, local governments have provided immediate relief assistance including medical services, food, and shelter. (OCHA, 2 Nov 2021)

Since 29 October, flooding caused by heavy rainfall has been affecting different parts of Indonesia, resulting in damage, as reported by the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre). At least 830 people have been affected by the overflow of the Marisa River in Gontalo Province (Sulawesi Island). In West Java Province, more than 170 households have been affected, and 182 houses were damaged by floods, after the overflow of Ciranggon and Citarum Rivers. Floods in South Sulawesi Province, have damaged or destroyed about 263 houses, one bridge, and affected at least 300 families. In Aceh Province (north-west Sumatra Island), 120 families have been affected by the river overflow as about 133 buildings sustained damage. (ECHO, 2 Nov 2021)

Heavy rainfall across South-East Asia since 31 October has led to floods and landslides in Malaysia according to ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre). A landslide on 2 November in Serdang Begadai Regency (North Sumatra Province), displaced 145 families, with over 2,010 households affected. (ECHO, 4 Nov 2021)

On 4 November, floods, flash floods and river overflow, triggered by heavy rainfall, affected the cities of Batu and Malang (East Java Province). According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), six people died and three are missing in the Batu City area, following the flash floods. The ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on disaster management (AHA Centre) is reporting 755 people displaced and 255 houses damaged following the overflow of the Brantas River in the Malang City area. (ECHO, 5 Nov 2021)

Flooding was reported in different cities and regencies in Aceh Province (South Aceh Regency, Aceh Singkil Regency, Subullusalam City, Southeast Aceh Regency, North Aceh Regency, and Central Aceh Regency) according to Indonesia’s Badan Nasional Penanggulangan Bencana (BNPB). Heavy rainfall which caused overflowing of rivers were the main reported reasons for the flooding events in Aceh Province as per BNPB. The flooding events in Aceh Province have affected at least 17,300 persons, displaced 235 persons, and damaged approximately 4,800 houses. South Aceh Regency was the worst affected with 11,600 of the 17,300 total affected persons in Aceh have been reported. Local disaster management agencies have responded to the situation, have conducted rapid assessment and monitoring, and coordination with relevant authorities in aid of the victims in the province of Aceh. (AHA Centre, 7 Nov 2021)

Heavy rain continues in parts of Indonesia since last week, causing floods, landslides and ensuing damage. According to the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on disaster management (AHA Centre), at least 4,600 people are affected and more than 2,500 houses damaged by floods. In Gorontalo Province (Sulawesi Island), almost 3,650 people are affected and approximately 1,260 houses flooded. In Jakarta Metropolitan Area, 2,031 people are affected and 61 houses damaged as a result of floods, landslides and strong winds. (ECHO, 8 Nov 2021)

Floods triggered by heavy rains in Gorontalo District on 4-7 November and in Sintang District in West Kalimantan since 1 November have reportedly killed three people and directly affected about 102,000 people. Floods in Sintang have not receded as of 8 November. Local government agencies have responded to the situation with rapid assessments and providing food, shelter, and health assistance to affected people. Flash floods in Batu City in East Java on 4 November claimed seven lives and caused material damages, including 107 livestock that were washed away. As of 8 November, all displaced people have returned home. The Batu City Government has set an emergency response phase between 4-17 November and is providing relief assistance to most affected people. (OCHA, 8 Nov 2021)

Heavy rain and strong winds have been affecting parts of Indonesia, in particular central and northern Sumatra, eastern Java and southern Kalimantan (the Indonesian portion of Borneo) since 8 November, causing river overflows and floods that have resulted in population displacements and damage. In Sumatra Island, the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports nearly 950 affected people and more than 230 damaged houses across Hilir Regency (Riau Province) and South Aceh Regency (Aceh Province). The same source also reports 60 displaced people across Hilir Regency. In addition, ADINet reports 300 affected people and 60 damaged houses in Malang City (East Java Province) as well as 480 affected people and 120 damaged houses across Tabalong Regency (South Kalimantan Province). (ECHO, 11 Nov 2021)

Heavy rain has been affecting Sumatra and Java Islands since 12 November, causing floods and triggering landslides that have resulted in population displacements and damage. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports, as of 14 November, nearly 2,100 displaced people, more than 3,200 affected people and over 550 damaged buildings (including three schools) across North Aceh Regency (Aceh Province, northern Sumatra). ADINet also reports more than 800 affected people and nearly 130 damaged houses across East Java and West Java Provinces. (ECHO, 15 Nov 2021)

The floods are still inundating most of the areas in Sintang, Sanggau, Melawi, Kapuas Hulu, Ketapang and Sekadau districts in West Kalimantan province. As of 9 November, Palang Merah Indonesia (PMI) identified 22 evacuation centers across the area, occupied by approximately 4,179 people. Various organizations and local humanitarian organizations have been responding to the floods, providing assistance to the evacuation centers including food items and basic needs. However, the majority of the affected community continued staying in their houses and preferred seeking shelter from their relatives, as necessary. With most response agencies focusing on assisting the evacuation centers, most of the people staying in their houses have limited access to humanitarian assistance. (IFRC, 15 Nov 2021)

Strong wind has been affecting eastern Java Island (in particular the East Java Province) since 14 November, causing a number of severe weather-related incidents that have resulted in casualties and damage. The Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB) reports, as of 16 November, three fatalities, five injured people and some damaged buildings across Trawas District (Mojokerto Regency, East Java Province). (ECHO, 16 Nov 2021)

Heavy rain has been affecting central Indonesia (in particular Sumatra and Java Islands as well as southern Kalimantan, the Indonesian part of the Borneo) since 15 November, causing floods, rivers overflow and triggering landslides that have resulted in population displacements and damage. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports, as of 17 November, more than 500 displaced people, nearly 2,300 affected people, around 1,150 damaged houses and two damaged bridges across Central Hulu Sungai Regency (South Kalimantan Province). The same source reports nearly 2,000 affected people and 390 damaged houses in Musi Banyuasin Regency (South Sumatra Province) as well as over 1,500 affected people and more than 500 damaged houses across Cilacap Regency (Central Java Province). (ECHO, 17 Nov 2021)

Widespread floods and rivers overflow triggered by heavy rain have been recorded across several parts of Indonesia over the past few days. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), almost 3,600 people have been affected and 718 houses damaged across Serdang Bedagai Regency (North Sumatra Province). In North Luwu Regency (South Sulawesi Province), approximately 1,200 people have been affected as well as 331 houses. Furthermore, in Surakarta City (Central Java Province) 175 people have been affected and 141 houses damaged. (ECHO, 19 Nov 2021)

According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), more than 18,000 people have been affected by flood events in Tebing Tinggi City (North Sumatra Province). One person has been injured, approximately 1,250 people affected, and almost 250 houses damaged in Ende Regency (East Nusa Tenggara Province) due to floods and landslides. (ECHO, 22 Nov 2021)

Indonesia continues to experience a heavy rainy season exacerbated with the La Nina phenomenon affecting the region, with a reported increase in the occurrence of flooding and landslide events across the country. Following floods in Central Kalimantan, the Provincial Government reports that as of 20 November, 96,015 people were affected by the floods in 6 districts/municipalities, an increase from 67,508 people three days earlier. Flood waters in West Kalimantan have started to recede and roads are largely passable. Houses along the riverbank remain inundated. In Sintang alone (the worst affected district), the situation peaked on 17 November when there were 130,000 affected people, including some 30,000 people displaced. A landslide in Banjarnegara Regency in Central Java Province on 19 November killed three people. Floods in Aceh Timur in Aceh on 18-20 November and in Tebing Tinggi city of North Sumatra on 21-22 November have inundated an estimated 4,000 houses and have directly affected about 14,000 people. Local government agencies and the Indonesian Red Cross have responded to the situation and provided basic humanitarian needs, including early warning information that was disseminated widely through various communication channels. (OCHA, 22 Nov 2021)

Heavy rain and strong wind have been affecting parts of Indonesia, in particular central Java, northern Sumatra and southern Sulawesi Islands since 19 November, triggering landslides and a number of severe weather-related incidents (particularly due to the strong wind) that have resulted in casualties and damage. The Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB) reports, as of 24 November, four fatalities, one injured, three evacuated people and some destroyed buildings across Pagentan District (Banjarnegara Regency, Central Java Province) due to a landslide. In addition, the same source reports one fatality and one person missing in Rikit Gaib District (Gayo Lues Regency, Aceh Province, northern Sumatra Island) due to a landslide. Moreover, two injured, eight evacuated people and some damaged buildings were reported across Puriala District (Konawe Regency, Southeast Sulawesi Province) due to strong wind. (ECHO, 24 Nov 2021)

Heavy rain has been affecting central Indonesia (in particular the Java Island) since 22 November, causing rivers overflow (in particular the Rambut River) and floods that have resulted in casualties and damage. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports, as of 25 November, eight injured, 220 affected people and 45 damaged buildings (including one school) in Lebak Regency (Banten Province, western Java). In addition, the same source reports more than 10,800 affected people throughout Pemalang and Tegal Regencies (Central Java Province). ADINet also reports over 950 damaged houses across the aforementioned Pemalang Regency. (ECHO, 25 Nov 2021)

Heavy rainfall has caused flooding, rain-induced landslides, and tornado and resulted in disasters in Sumatra, Java, Nusa Tenggara, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi as reported by Indonesia’s Badan Nasional Penanggulangan Bencana (BNPB). In total, 18.5K families (85.9K persons) have been affected, 674 persons displaced and 8 injured in Banten, West Java, Central Java, and East Java Province. Reports of damages include 18.7K houses, 9 bridges, 4 roads, 3 schools, 1 health facility, 3 places of worship, and 100 ha of rice fields. (AHA Centre, 28 Nov 2021)

Heavy rain has been affecting central Indonesia over the past few days, causing floods, triggering a landslide and resulting in casualties and damage. According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), one person died, and two others have been injured following a landslide in Bandung Regency (West Java Province). The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports 5,000 affected people and 900 damaged houses in Enrekang Regency (South Sulawesi Province) due to widespread floods. (ECHO, 30 Nov 2021)

According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), four people died, and 125 have been evacuated following a landslide in Kotabaru Regency (South Kalimantan Province). The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports more than 1,000 people affected by flood events in Luwu Regency (South Sulawesi Province) as well as 310 people in Kudus Regency (Central Java Province). Furthermore, more than 400 houses have been damaged across the aforementioned Provinces. (ECHO, 1 Dec 2021)

Landslides and widespread floods have been affecting parts of Indonesia over the past few days, resulting in casualties and damage. According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), one person died, five people have been injured, 100 affected, and three houses damaged following a landslide in North Toraja Regency (South Sulawesi Province). The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports 30 missing people and 460 affected in Natuna Regency (Riau Islands Province) after flood events. In addition, more than 4,700 people have been affected, and 912 houses have been damaged in Pasuruan City (East Java Province) due to floods. (ECHO, 3 Dec 2021)

Between 1-6 December, floods were reported in Hulu Sungai Tengah and Banjarmasin of South Kalimantan, Makassar of South Sulawesi, North and West Lombok of West Nusa Tenggara, North Jakarta and Thousand Islands of Jakarta, Semarang of Central Java and Denpasar and Badung of Bali. These flooding events were caused by heavy rains and high tides, and exacerbated by La Nina. The directly affected population is estimated at 80,000, with at least 8,000 people displaced for several days. Local governments and the Indonesian Red Cross have responded to meet the needs of affected people. (OCHA, 6 Dec 2021)

Widespread floods and landslides triggered by heavy rain have affected several parts of Indonesia since 5 December, resulting in casualties and damage as reported by the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on disaster management (AHA Centre). In West Nusa Tenggara Province, five people have died, one is missing and eight people have been injured. At least 6,500 people have been displaced, 66,800 affected and 8,600 houses damaged across the Province, following flood and landslide events. In South Sulawesi Province, more than 4,800 people have been displaced, over 31,000 affected and 1,600 houses damaged due to floods. In Bangka Belitung Islands Province, 5,130 people have been affected by floods as well as more than 1,000 houses. Furthermore, 2,000 people have been affected, and 400 houses damaged in East Java Province. (ECHO, 9 Dec 2021)

According to Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), heavy rainfall and the overflowing of dam and rivers across Sulawesi since 6 December has caused flooding, landslides, and wind- related events in Pohuwato (Gorontalo), Manado, and Bolaang Mongondow (North Sulawesi), and Soppeng, Wajo, Makassar, Pangkajene Islands, and Sidenreng Rappang (South Sulawesi). In total, at least 22,600 families (95,100 persons) have been affected, 4,900 persons displaced, one dead and one missing persons have been reported in Gorontalo, North Sulawesi, and South Sulawesi Province. Local disaster management agencies have carried out necessary actions and continue to monitor and assess the situation. (AHA Centre, 12 Dec 2021)

Heavy rain and strong winds have been hitting parts of Indonesia over the past few days, causing floods, triggering landslides and leading to casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), seven people have been injured, 2,575 affected and 515 houses damaged following a tornado and heavy rain in Madiun Regency (East Java Province). In Tanggamus Regency (Lampung Province, Sumatra), 2,555 people and 655 houses have been affected by floods and landslides. Furthermore, in Bulungan Regency (North Kalimantan Province), 1,025 people and 205 houses have been affected due to flood events. (ECHO, 16 Dec 2021)

Floods and landslides on 16-19 December in North Sumatra (Gunung Sitoli, and Mandailing Natal districts) and West Sumatra (Pesisir Selatan and Agam districts) directly affected about 40,000 people or 11,800 households for several days. These disasters have been responded by local governments, with support of provincial and national government authorities. In Selayar Islands, national government mobilizes two helicopters to support the emergency response. (OCHA, 20 Dec 2021)

According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), from the 30 December to 2 January heavy rainfall and the overflowing of Krueng Peutoe, Krueng Keureuto, Sepanjang, and Langsa Rivers have caused flooding and landslides in East Aceh, North Aceh, Langsa City, and Aceh Tamiang in the province of Aceh, Indonesia. These events have resulted in one death, 67,871 persons affected, 19,947 displaced, 17,646 damaged houses. Evacuation was carried out by the regional disaster management agencies in Aceh (BPBD). The BPBD has also reported that evacuees are already in safe and good condition. Weather forecast for Aceh Province in the coming week indicates potential heavy rain which can be accompanied by lightning and strong winds. (AHA Centre, 3 Jan 2022)

Since 31 December 2021, widespread floods caused by heavy rainfall have been affecting the Regencies of East Aceh and Aceh Tamiang (Aceh Province, northern Sumatra), resulting in casualties and damage. According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), in East Aceh Regency one person died, more than 4,800 families have been evacuated and approximately 23,200 people affected. In Aceh Tamiang Regency, more than 4,300 people have been affected and 1,436 houses flooded. (ECHO, 4 Jan 2022)

Floods and landslides caused by heavy rain have been reported across eastern Papua Province (Indonesia), leading to at least six fatalities and 500 displaced people, as reported by media. One of the most affected areas by floods include Jayapura City, as several houses, public buildings and a hospital have been damaged by floodwaters. Meanwhile, an earthquake event of 5.6 M (5.5 M as according to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management) at a depth of 10 km occurred on 9 January at 21.59 UTC in North Maluku Province, resulting in two injured people and at least 60 damaged buildings. The epicentre of the event was located about 30 km southwest of Toledo City, and up to 46,000 people were exposed to strong shakings, as reported by USGS PAGER. (ECHO, 10 Jan 2022)

Heavy rainfall and strong winds have been affecting parts of Indonesia, causing floods, triggering landslides and leading to damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), almost 1,400 people have been affected and 454 houses damaged by flood events in Hulu Sungai Tengah Regency (South Kalimantan Province). In West Lombok Regency (West Nusa Tenggara Province), floods and landslides displaced 25 people and affected 325 others. Furthermore, in Blora Regency (Central Java Province), 160 people have been affected and 32 houses damaged following a tornado event and heavy rainfall. (ECHO, 13 Jan 2022)

On 17-18 January, floods caused by heavy rainfall have been reported across several areas of Indonesia, as reported by the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet). More than 18,870 people have been affected, and about 1,320 houses have been damaged across the Provinces of Aceh, West Kalimantan, East Nusa Tenggara, East Java, Central Java, and West Java. (ECHO, 19 Jan 2022)

Heavy rainfall and strong wind have been affecting most of Java Island (in particular East Java, Central Java, West Java, and Yogyakarta Provinces) since 25 January, triggering landslides, causing floods and a number of severe weather-related incidents (particularly due to the strong wind) that have resulted in casualties and damage. The total amount of affected people is more than 1,750 people. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports, as of 28 January, seven displaced people, 52 damaged houses and 556 affected people due to floods and strong winds across Jember, and Sidoarjo Regencies (East Java). ADINet also reports ten injured people, 205 damaged houses and over 1,000 affected people due to landslides and strong winds in Pemalang, Pekalongan, and Boyolali Regencies (Central Java). In addition, more than 200 affected people by strong winds were also reported throughout West Java and Yogyakarta. (ECHO, 28 Jan 2022)

According to BNPB, on separate occasions, a tornado affected North Musi Rawas Regency (31 Jan), flooding occurred in Ogan Komering Ulu Regency (1 Feb) and Empat Lawang Regency (5 Feb). The flood events affected 4,900 persons and damaged 500 houses in Ogan Komering Ulu particularly in Baturaja Timur and Baturaja Barat and affected 5,500 persons and damaged 1,100 houses in Empat Lawang Regency particularly in Pasemah Air Karuh. Local disaster management agencies coordinated with relevant authorities and agencies to conduct necessary monitoring, assessments, and other actions in response to the disasters in the regencies. (AHA Centre, 7 Feb 2022)

According to BNPB, heavy rainfall and the overflowing of Merowi, Haruyan, and Barabai Rivers since 7 Feb has caused flooding in Hulu Sungai Tengah and Tapin Regency in South Kalimantan Province, and Sanggau, Kapuas Hul, and Ketapang Regency in West Kalimantan Province. In total, 5,700 families (21,000 persons) have been affected in South Kalimantan and West Kalimantan Province. Reports of damages include 3,200 houses, 12 schools, 13 public facilities, and 5 worship places. Local disaster management agencies have carried out necessary actions and continue to monitor and assess the situation. Meanwhile, in Central Java Province (Semarang, Tegal, Brebes, Purbalingga, and Cilacap Regency) and East Java Province (Sumenep, Gresik, and Mojokerto Regency), flooding, landslides, and tornado has cost the life of 1 individual, affected 3,600 families (13,000 persons), displaced 45 persons, and damaged 1,500 houses, roads, schools, more than 300 ha of agriculture areas. (AHA Centre, 14 Feb 2022)

According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), one person has died, 7,860 have been affected, and 700 houses were damaged in Tegal Regency (Central Java Province). In Bengkalis Regency (Riau Province, Sumatra Island), 4,525 people had been affected as well as 1,274 houses. Furthermore, 2,315 people had been affected, and 463 houses damaged in Gresik Regency (East Java Province). (ECHO, 15 Feb 2022)

Heavy rain and strong winds have been affecting most parts of Indonesia over the past few days, causing floods, triggering landslides and resulting in casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), one person has died and 11,780 people have been affected in Sukabumi City (West Java province) after floods and landslides. Moreover, one person has been injured and 180 affect due to strong winds in Bantul Regency (Yogyakarta). (ECHO, 21 Feb 2022)

As of 23 February, due to flash floods, 281 people have been evacuated to temporary shelters and nearly 110 houses were damaged across the Sitaro Regency (North Sulawesi Province), according to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB). In addition, BNPB reports some injured people, two evacuated families, 526 affected families and more than 500 damaged houses across the Gunung Kidul Regency (Yogyakarta) due to the strong wind. (ECHO, 23 Feb 2022)

Widespread floods have been affecting three Provinces of Java Island over the past few days, resulting in casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINET), in Banten Province (western Java), two people have died, two others are missing, more than 25,500 have been affected and almost 4,500 houses damaged. In Central Java, 3,000 people have been affected as well as 300 others in East Java. (ECHO, 2 Mar 2022)

Heavy rainfall has been affecting central Indonesia (in particular Java Island and Kalimantan, the Indonesian part of the Borneo) since 1 March, causing floods that have resulted in evacuations and damage. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) and the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB) report, as of 3 March, 450 evacuated and nearly 17,000 affected people in Pamekasan Regency (East Java Province). In addition, same sources report 5,825 affected people and 1,165 affected houses across Pandeglang Regency (Banten Province, the easternmost Province of Java). Moreover, nearly 2,000 affected people, more than 600 affected houses and two damaged bridges were reported in Balangan Regency (South Kalimantan). (ECHO, 3 Mar 2022)

Heavy rainfall and consequent floods continue to affect Java Island (western-central Indonesia), leading to displacement and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), 5,305 people have been affected as well as more than 1,000 houses damaged in Probolinggo Regency (East Java Province). In Klaten Regency (Central Java Province), 70 people have been displaced, almost 1,500 affected and 295 houses damaged. (ECHO, 4 Mar 2022)

According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), two people have died and 278 others have been affected in Manado City (North Sulawesi Province) following floods and landslides. In addition, the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINET) reports 75 displaced people, more than 9,700 affected and 2,433 damaged houses in Cirebon Regency (West Java Province) after flood events. (ECHO, 7 Mar 2022)

Heavy rainfall has been affecting central Indonesia (in particular the eastern Java Island) over the past 24 hours, causing floods, flash floods and triggering a landslide that have resulted in casualties and damage. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) and the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB) report, as of 9 March, one fatality, 225 affected people and 75 affected houses across Malang Regency (East Java Province), due to flash floods and a landslide. In addition, across the same Province, ADINet and BNPB also report nearly 7,900 affected people, more than 3,500 affected, six damaged and four collapsed houses and one damaged bridge across Pasuruan Regency and Pasuruan City due to floods. (ECHO, 9 Mar 2022)

In Java, the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB) reports, as of 11 March, one fatality and a number of evacuated people in Tuban Regency (East Java Province) due to flash floods, while 33 affected families and 30 damaged houses were reported across Semarang Regency (Central Java Province) due to a tornado event. BNPB also reports more than 320 affected people and 89 damaged houses in Medan City (North Sumatra Province) due to floods and 17 affected families and eight damaged houses were reported across Banggai Regency (Central Sulawesi) due to a flash flood event. (ECHO, 11 Mar 2022)

As heavy rains continued in many parts of the country, floods were reported between 8-15 March in Tanah Laut District in South Kalimantan, Tuban District in East Java, and Garut and Bandung districts in West Java. In total, about 8,000 people were directly affected by the floods and two people were killed in East and West Java due to the floods. Local government agencies and local organizations have responded to the humanitarian needs. The Indonesian Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) estimates that precipitation will continue to be high until April, with rainfall reaching more than 200 mm/month in majority parts of the country. (OCHA, 14 Mar 2022)

Over the past few days, heavy rain and strong winds have been affecting most parts of Java Island causing floods, triggering landslides and resulting in casualties and damage. According to the ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet), in Central Java Province, four people are missing, two others have been injured, and almost 11,000 have been affected, following flood and landslide events. In East Java Province, one person has reportedly been injured and more than 5,000 people have been affected by floodings and landslides. (ECHO, 16 Mar 2022)

Heavy rainfall continues to affect parts of Indonesia, causing floods, triggering landslides and leading to widespread damage. According to the Indonesian National Board for Disaster Management (BNPB), almost 9,200 people have been affected by floods and more than 100 others by a landslide across several sub-districts of Balikpapan City (East Kalimantan Province). In Bireuen Regency (Aceh Province, north-west Sumatra), 1,000 people have been displaced and almost 5,000 were affected following flood events. More than 4,500 houses have been damaged across the affected Provinces. (ECHO, 18 Mar 2022)

Heavy rainfall has been affecting northern Indonesia (in particular northern Sulawesi Island) since 18 March, causing floods that have resulted in displacements and damage. ADINet reports a total of more than 3,400 affected people and 925 flooded houses across Gorontalo and Bone Bolango Regencies (both in Gorontalo Province, northern Sulawesi Island). (ECHO, 21 Mar 2022)

Between 16-21 March 2022, floods were reported in Gorontalo and Bone Bolango districts of Gorontalo province, Cilacap district of Central Java, and Kutai Timur and Balikpapan cities of East Kalimantan Timur, directly affecting an estimated 44,000 people. The floodwaters also disrupted land transportation between provinces in Sulawesi and Kalimantan islands, thus affecting the economic and social activities of thousands of other people. Local government agencies, the Indonesian Red Cross, and community-based organizations have responded and provided basic relief assistance including food, medical services and temporary shelter. (OCHA, 21 Mar 2022)

Heavy rainfall has been affecting northern Indonesia (in particular Sulawesi Island and Kalimantan, the Indonesian part of the Borneo) since 22 March. The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) reports, as of 24 March, 22 evacuated people, a total of more than 14,000 affected people and over 1,950 flooded houses across Tapin, and Samarinda Regencies (South Kalimantan Province, and East Kalimantan Province, respectively). ADINet also reports 4,330 affected people, 865 flooded houses and two damaged bridges across Toli-toli Regency (Central Sulawesi Province). (ECHO, 24 Mar 2022)