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Landslides in Sulawesi, Indonesia Claim 14 Lives, 3 Missing

Apr 14, 2024 1 min read

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In the wake of torrential rains, a devastating landslide occurred in the Tana Toraja district of South Sulawesi province, Indonesia, resulting in at least 14 fatalities with three individuals reported missing. The natural disaster struck shortly before midnight Saturday, sending mud cascading down onto four houses amidst a family gathering.

Emergency services, including soldiers, police, and volunteers, have mobilized to conduct search and rescue operations in the affected villages of Makale and South Makale. Despite the challenging conditions, such as unstable soil, poor weather, and disrupted communication lines, two injured individuals, one being an 8-year-old girl, were rescued and have received medical treatment at a local hospital.

The area, known for its tourist attractions like traditional houses and wooden statues in caves, is now grappling with the aftermath of this tragedy. The National Disaster Management Agency continues its efforts to locate the missing, including a 3-year-old girl, while the community comes to terms with the loss and disruption caused by the landslides. This disaster follows a recent spate of deadly landslides and floods on Sumatra island last month, which claimed the lives of 26 people.

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