Flash flood on Indonesia’s eastern Ternate Island leaves 13 dead

Flash flood on Indonesia’s eastern Ternate Island leaves 13 dead
Thirteen people were killed when torrential rain caused a flash flood on Indonesia’s eastern Ternate Island on Sunday (Rifki Anwar/AP)

Torrential rain caused a flash flood on Indonesia’s eastern Ternate Island on Sunday, sweeping away residential areas and leaving 13 people dead, officials said.

The deluge cut off the main road and access to the village of Rua in North Maluku province, the hardest-hit area, and buried dozens of houses and buildings under the mud.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited