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Devastating Floods Claim 465 Lives Across Southeast Asia

11/30/2025

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In Indonesia's Sumatra, 303 people have died and hundreds remain missing due to severe flooding.
Rescue efforts are hampered by damaged infrastructure.
Residents have looted for food and supplies amid shortages.
In Thailand, at least 162 people have died as floods overwhelm morgues and leave residents stranded without aid.
In Sri Lanka, Cyclone Ditwah is expected to impact the region further.

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Story summary

In Indonesia's Sumatra, 303 people have died and hundreds remain missing due to severe flooding.
Rescue efforts are hampered by damaged infrastructure.
Residents have looted for food and supplies amid shortages.
In Thailand, at least 162 people have died as floods overwhelm morgues and leave residents stranded without aid.
In Sri Lanka, Cyclone Ditwah is expected to impact the region further.