Death toll in Indonesia floods passes 500

The death toll from floods in Indonesia has risen to over 500, with rescue workers struggling to reach affected areas. The floods, caused by a rare cyclone, have impacted approximately 1.4 million people across three provinces: Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. Thousands are still cut off without critical supplies, while another 500 remain missing. Injuries are widespread, with many unable to access basic necessities like food and clean water due to impassable roads. Aid workers are attempting to reach affected areas on foot and by motorcycle, but progress is slow. The floods have also had a devastating impact on the local population, with residents describing the floodwaters as "like a tsunami" and struggling to cope with the lack of access to basic necessities.

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