Indonesia, Sumatra

Landslides are frequent in Indonesia, especially in the rainy season. The risk of landslides is often increased by deforestation and small-scale illegal mining operations in remote districts.
Landslides are frequent in Indonesia, especially in the rainy season. The risk of landslides is often increased by deforestation and small-scale illegal mining operations in remote districts.
Heavy rains caused flash floods and landslides in mountainous areas of North Sumatra over the weekend, local media reported. According to search and rescue officials, many people are missing while ...