Heavy rains have unleashed a tragic event in Samarinda City, the capital of Indonesia's East Kalimantan province, as landslides struck residential areas on Monday. The natural disaster has claimed four lives, leaving the community in deep sorrow.
According to Sugeng Priyanto, head of the emergency unit at the Disaster Management and Mitigation Agency of East Kalimantan Province, two bodies have been recovered while two remain trapped under the debris. Local rescue teams and authorities are working tirelessly amidst challenging conditions.
Residents are coming together in this time of distress, showing the resilience and unity that defines many communities across South and Southeast Asia. Our hearts go out to the affected families during this difficult period. 😢🙏
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4 killed in landslides after rains in Indonesia's East Kalimantan
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