Survivors recall terror of landslides from North Sumatra cyclone

Cyclone-induced floods and landslides in North Sumatra, Indonesia, have devastated communities, killing at least 770 people and leaving 463 missing as of December 4, 2025. Survivors like Sri Yuni Pardede recount escaping their homes moments before they were destroyed, seeking refuge in churches along with hundreds of other displaced individuals. The disaster, which struck in the early morning hours, has left many traumatized and fearful of further landslides. Displaced families are struggling with illness and uncertainty, hoping for government assistance to relocate to safer areas. The focus remains on finding the missing and providing aid to those who have lost their homes and livelihoods.