Flash floods claim one life and leave 11 missing at Indonesia’s Jewel, Lake Toba

Flash floods in Lake Toba, Indonesia wreaked havoc, claiming one life and leaving 11 missing on December 1.

Lake Toba experienced a heavy downpour, triggering devastating flash floods. The heavy rain caused widespread destruction that extended beyond homes to include a church, a school, and even a hotel. The aftermath resembled a nightmare, as large stones, trees, and mud cascaded down hillsides, engulfing everything in their path.

The toll of the disaster left one person dead, and the whereabouts of 11 others remain a mystery. The country’s National Agency for Disaster Countermeasures, BNPB, confirmed the grim news, emphasising the urgency of rescue efforts to locate the missing individuals.

A visual testimony to the magnitude of destruction, images released by BNPB showcase the aftermath of the flash floods. Houses, once standing proudly,…