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One dead, 11 missing in flash floods around Indonesia's Lake Toba

IndiaTimes Sunday, 3 December 2023
At least one died and 11 went missing after the floods hit Indonesia's North Sumatra province. According to the country's disasters agency BNPB, the flood hit near Lake Toba which is the world's biggest volcanic lake and is a popular tourist destination for Indonesians and international visitors. The flash floods dragged large stones, leaving some houses buried to the roof, pictures from the agency showed. Around 350 people using heavy equipment were carrying out search and rescue efforts.
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