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West Sumatra flood response continues
In Heavy rain in late July 2026, heavy rain 2026 caused the Batang Tumayo River in Agam Regency to overflow, forcing prompting the evacuation of about 450 residents and trapping dozens in flooded homes. Rescue teams from the regional disaster agency, the national search‑and‑rescue service, the Red Cross, police and military intervened, and no fatalities were a multi‑agency rescue effort that reported as floodwaters began to recede. no fatalities. By early August, the governor of West Sumatra inspected the damage in Padang and ordered the provincial construction and water‑resources agency to deploy heavy machinery to restore the river’s river flow and reopen blocked roads. Multiple roads, while agencies were mobilised continued to assess damage, provide basic needs and coordinate relief, while officials warned that light‑to‑moderate rain would continue for several days, urging residents monitor further rain. On 3 August, renewed downpours produced widespread flooding across at least 15 locations in Padang, inundating homes, roads and public facilities. Governor Mahyeldi Ansharullah reiterated the deployment of heavy equipment to stay vigilant. The situation shows a shift clear the river and repair infrastructure, urging swift action from immediate emergency evacuation all relevant agencies. Mayor Fadly Amran reported that 92 schools—from kindergartens to junior high—were flooded and rescue pledged that cleaning and repairs would be completed within two days so classes could resume. Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Sumatra delivered 100 food and essential kits to a coordinated regional families in the Kuranji, Air Pacah and Koto Tangah neighborhoods, coordinating the aid with local authorities. The response remains focused on infrastructure restoration restoration, humanitarian assistance and ongoing monitoring. monitoring of weather conditions.