Landslides kill dozens as heavy rains lash Southeast Asia

Dozens have died in Southeast Asia due to landslides during the rainy season, exacerbated by climate change. The situation highlights the increasing dangers of severe weather in the region.
Landslides kill dozens as heavy rains lash Southeast Asia
Why it matters
The rainy season in Southeast Asia has turned deadly, with landslides claiming lives in Indonesia and Vietnam. In Indonesia, 18 fatalities have been reported, with search and rescue operations ongoing in Central Java, where landslides buried homes under several meters of mud. In Vietnam, a landslide on a mountain pass killed six people when a bus was trapped. The region is particularly vulnerable to flooding, with nearly half of the population living in high-risk areas. Scientists warn that climate change is worsening the rainy season, leading to more intense storms, heavier rainfall, and increased landslide occurrences. Recent storms, including Typhoon Kalmaegi, have further exacerbated the situation, highlighting the urgent need for disaster preparedness in these flood-prone countries.
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