Jakarta: Thirteen individuals lost their lives and two others sustained injuries in North Maluku province, Indonesia, on Sunday due to severe flooding in the eastern region of the extensive archipelago, authorities reported.

The National Agency for Disaster Countermeasure (BNPB), Indonesia’s disaster management body, confirmed that the floods, which were caused by heavy rainfall starting on Saturday, also resulted in significant damage to 10 homes in the city of Ternate. Given the forecasts predicting continued heavy rains in the upcoming days, BNPB has urged local residents to remain vigilant and prepared for potential further flooding.

"We urge people to remain vigilant and follow directions from authorities regarding potential subsequent floods," said BNPB spokesperson Abdul Muhari in a statement. BNPB has mobilized a team to assist in the evacuation of affected individuals. Additionally, the search and rescue agency Basarnas reported that efforts to evacuate victims impacted by landslides and debris carried by floodwaters are still underway.

This incident follows a tragic event in May, when flash floods and mudslides in West Sumatra province, Indonesia, claimed the lives of more than 60 people.

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