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    Flash Floods And Landslides In Indonesia Leave Dozens Dead

    Torrential rain led to flash floods and landslides that swept away homes, buildings and people. Rescuers continue to search for survivors as waters recede in one of the poorest parts of the country.
    by Shannon Van Sant Mar 17, 2019 2 minutes

    Flash floods have killed at least 58, injured dozens and displaced more than 4,000 people in the Indonesian province of Papua, according to disaster officials.

    Following heavy rains on Saturday, flash floods hit the town of Sentani, killing 51 and injuring 74, according to . Nearby, in the provincial capital of

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