Flash floods kill 9 in Sitaro Islands, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Monday, January 5, 2026
Deadly flash floods swept across the Sitaro Islands Regency in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi Province on January 5, 2026, displacing over a hundred people and leaving at least 17 injured.
Flash floods and landslides struck parts of Sitaro Islands Regency, North Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, at about 02:30 LT on January 5, after heavy overnight rainfall.
According to the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), nine people were confirmed dead, five were still missing, and 17 were left injured, state owned news agency Antara reported.
The floods triggered multiple landslides, displacing 102 people who had to take shelter in a nearby church and other temporary shelters. Five homes were destroyed, with multiple others being damaged as floodwaters and debris swept through hillside settlements.
Rescue operations continued through the day, with BNPB reporting challenges in reaching isolated areas due to damaged roads and limited ferry schedules connecting the islands.
Category | Details |
Incident Type | Flash floods and landslides |
Location | Sitaro Islands Regency, North Sulawesi Province, Indonesia |
Date & Time | Monday, January 5, 2026 – approx. 02:30 AM (local time) |
Cause | Heavy overnight rainfall |
Casualties | 9 dead, 5 missing, and 17 injured |
Displaced Persons | 102 people (sheltered in a church and temporary centers) |
Property Damage | 5 homes completely destroyed, multiple others damaged |
Infrastructure | Damaged roads, power outages, and telecommunication disruptions |
Rescue Challenges | Difficult access to isolated areas and limited ferry schedules |
Source | National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) and Antara News Agency |
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