28 November 2024,   22:35
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Flash floods and landslides in Indonesia and East Timor kill 71

At least 71 people have died after flash floods and landslides hit Indonesia and East Timor, writes BBC.

Torrential rain sparked widespread destruction in the South East Asian neighbours, with water from overflowing dams submerging thousands of homes.

The affected area stretched from Flores island in eastern Indonesia to East Timor.

More than 40 people are still missing in Indonesia, and officials warn the death toll could rise further.

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