05/12/2025
Severe flooding in Aceh, West Sumatra and North Sumatra has left deep scars across communities in Sumatra.
According to the latest data from Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) as of Friday, 5 December 2025 (09:47 WIB), the floods have resulted in:
836 lives lost
509 people still missing
Around 2,700 injured
Around 10,500 homes damaged
51 districts affected
In addition to the human toll, the disaster has also caused widespread damage to critical infrastructure – including houses, bridges, schools, public facilities, health centres, offices and places of worship.
We extend our deepest condolences to all the victims and the families who have been left behind by the floods in Sumatra. May those who have passed rest in peace, may their families be given strength, and may survivors be supported through their recovery.
As Wateroam, we stand in solidarity with the affected communities and with all responders working tirelessly on the ground. Let us continue to pray, share accurate information, and help one another in any way we can.