Natural Disaster in West Sumatra, Indonesia

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Torrential rain in Indonesia's West Sumatra province triggered flash floods, landslides, and cold lava flow.

Key Points

  • Torrential rain caused flash floods, landslides, and cold lava flow
  • Cold lava flow is a mixture of volcanic ash, rock debris, and water
  • Impact likely includes damage to infrastructure and displacement of residents