Archive · 5 Dec 2025
Deadly Sumatra Flooding Triggers Tsunami Memories
There was a very bad flood in Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia.
It reminded people of the big tsunami that happened there 21 years ago.
Many people died, and their homes were destroyed.
The governor said it was like experiencing a second tsunami.
People are asking the government for more help, but the government says they are doing enough.
The flood also affected Thailand and Malaysia, where more people died.
The fisherman Effendi, who lost his home, is living in a tent and feels both love and fear for the ocean.
Cyclone-induced floods and landslides in Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia, have caused widespread destruction and loss of life, reminiscent of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
More than 800 people have died in Indonesia, including over 200 in Aceh, with additional casualties in Thailand and Malaysia.
Residents, including fisherman Effendi Basyaruddin, have been traumatized, with homes destroyed and aid efforts hampered by isolated villages.
Local leaders have called for the government to declare a national emergency to free up additional funds for rescue and relief efforts.
The central government has stated that the current budget of 500 billion rupiah ($30 million) is sufficient and can be increased if needed.
- Who
- Residents of Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia, including fisherman Effendi Basyaruddin and Governor Muzakir Manaf
- What
- Deadly floods and landslides triggered by cyclone-induced storms
- When
- Over the past week, with memories of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami revived
- Where
- Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia, and neighboring Thailand and Malaysia
- Why
- Cyclone-induced floods and landslides caused widespread destruction and loss of life, reminiscent of the 2004 tsunami
- Location
- Aceh, Sumatra, Indonesia
- Casualties in Indonesia
- More than 800
- Casualties in Aceh
- More than 200
- Casualties in Thailand and Malaysia
- About 200
- Disaster Relief Budget
- 500 billion rupiah ($30 million)