Heavy rainfall and poor drainage systems have caused flooding across several areas in Bekasi, West Java, and Kudus, Central Java.

Heavy rainfall and poor drainage systems have caused flooding in Bekasi regency. This week’s floods affected more than 100,000 people and disrupted a variety of public activities.

Persistent downpours have caused a landslide, isolating thousands of people in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara. Flooding has also inundated parts of Central Kalimantan and mines operated by Freeport in Papua.

Several areas in Indonesia have been hit by hydrometeorological disasters. Anticipative measures are needed as extreme weather is forecasted to last until Oct. 15.

Floodwaters from the partly converted hills located in the upstream region of the Brantas River destroyed a number of structures, including bridges.