Wet Season Floods Engulf Jakarta Streets

Many of Jakarta’s streets remained flooded on Tuesday, February 10, after two days of heavy rainfall. Floodwaters reportedly reached 50 cm (1.6 feet) and transport networks were disrupted throughout the city. Rainfall is predicted to continue for one to two more days.

Global Indonesia Voices reported that Jakarta city officials said the morning of February 10 saw several thousand people flee their homes after being inundated by the flood. Credit: Instagram/khaerul_amalia