Dozens of Houses Drifted in Mamuju Due to Flood

Mamuju, Sulbarkita.com - The floods that hit Mamuju Regency turned out to be a disaster for the people in the region. Because dozens of their homes were washed away and severely damaged by the current of water.

Dozens of residents were also reported to be injured. Some even have hopothermia (cold). The victim is now undergoing intensive treatment at Mamuju Hospital.

From the observation of Sulbarkita.com the drifting house mostly stood on the banks of the River Karema, one of the largest rivers in the overflowing Mamuju. Houses in the region is quite fragile because it is a typical stage house Mandar tribe.

These conditions make people unable to evacuate their valuables. Because they prefer to save his life than the goods at home. Lucky SAR bodies in the region are also responsive so as not to cause casualties.

Andre, 23 years old, resident of Jalan Ir. Soekarno Hatta, Kecamatan Karema said the water came so fast in his settlement. It did not take long, the water level almost touched the roof of his house. "My father-in-law's house has been flattened with the ground because it was damaged by the flood," he said.

While the Regional Secretary Mamuju H. Suaib Kamba went down to ensure the distribution of aid to the affected people. "We will set up makeshift tents, and distribute food aid" he said to Sulbarkita.com, on the street Ir Soekarno Hatta. (ERI)