The Head of the BNPB Disaster Data, Information, and Communication Center, Abdul Muhari, on Tuesday (November 26), noted that the construction of temporary shelters serves as the initial step ahead of providing permanent homes for affected residents.
"These 50 temporary housing units are targeted for completion before the end of December," he remarked.
BNPB confirmed that the landslide displaced 1,019 people, comprising 343 families, who are currently in evacuation posts.
Data from the main Search and Rescue (SAR) operation post in Pandanarum reported a total of 17 deaths, including two body parts, and 11 people were reported missing as of the operation's conclusion on Tuesday.
The joint evaluation team concluded that the search and rescue efforts could not proceed due to safety constraints at the disaster site.
"The still-moving ground conditions, unpredictable weather, and the extent and depth of the landslide debris were the primary considerations for terminating the search and rescue operation in Pandanarum Village," Muhari addressed.
Muhari conveyed BNPB's commitment in supporting trauma recovery efforts for affected families, expediting the repair of public service facilities, and ensuring the gradual resumption of teaching and learning activities and economic activities for residents.
"The Social Services Agency will immediately distribute compensation to the victims' families, in accordance with government regulations," he continued.
In addition, BNPB lauded the hard work of the entire joint team of officers in the search and evacuation efforts for landslide victims during the 10-day emergency response period.
"Furthermore, mapping disaster-prone areas is also included in the BNPB's long-term action plan," he said.
According to Muhari, BNPB's Disaster Technology experts assess that vulnerable districts in Central Java, including Banjarnegara, have long needed to strengthen their disaster mitigation systems.
"The development of multi-hazard early warning systems will be the focus of cross-ministerial coordination," he emphasized.
A landslide struck Pandanarum Village in Banjarnegara on November 16, likely triggered by prolonged heavy rainfall that soaked the hilly terrain for several hours.
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Translator: Resinta Sulistiyandari
Editor: Azis Kurmala
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