Reporting date and time
9 January 2007, 15:00 WIB (08:00 GMT)
Type of Emergency
Landslides
Date of emergency incidence
8 January 2007, ± 16:30:00 hrs local time, (Indonesian local time equals to + 7 hrs GMT)
Location and Incidence site mapping
The accident took place at Bukit Rimbo Takuruang (Rimbo Takuruang Hill), Sungai Sariak Village, Padang Pariaman District, West Sumatra Province.
Background
The landslide is triggered by heavy rain over the last few days.
Casualties and Impact
As official reported on 9 January 2007, the disaster killed at least 13 people, inundated 4 houses and a mosque.
Government Action
Up to date, local government, the Search and Rescue Teams, with support from the local residence, are still continuing the evacuation process. Two excavators are used for this operation.
MOH - WHO Action
MOH and WHO, in close contact with local PHO and DHO, are on alert while closely monitoring the situation.
Status of International Aid
No international assistance was requested as local government has the capacity to handle the situation.