Sumatra Floods: Deforestation & Choices Fuel Disaster Risk
Indonesia is facing a deluge – not just of water, but of consequences stemming from decades of unsustainable practices. Recent devastating floods in Sumatra, particularly in Aceh following Cyclone Senyar, aren’t isolated incidents. They are the predictable outcome of a complex interplay between historical land-use decisions, inadequate infrastructure, and the escalating impacts of climate change. … Read more