Deadly Indonesian landslide kills at least 26 leaving 6 missing following torrential rains

Flooding and landslides in the Indonesian province of West Sumatra have killed 26 people, with 6 still missing, authorities said on Monday (March 11). After days of torrential rain, homes and stores were left damaged by the inundation, and sections of a muddy road collapsed into an adjacent river, while other roads were blocked by fallen trees. The head of Indonesia’s disaster mitigation agency (BNPB) arrived in the provincial capital of Padang on Monday to lead coordination and evaluation efforts, and distribute emergency relief funds. At least 39,000 people have been affected by floods and landslides in the region, with 26 killed, the agency said in a statement on Monday. The Sun delivers breaking news, latest gossip and incredible exclusives around the world with hubs in London, New York, Scotland and Ireland. Covering topics from news, money and sport along with our famous Fabulous Magazine, The Sun is the biggest news brand in the UK and one of the fastest growing news