Abdul Muhari, head of the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB)'s Disaster Data, Information, and Communication Center, said on Sunday that floods triggered by heavy rainfall since January 22 have affected 20 urban villages in six sub-districts.
At least 585 families, or 1,623 people, have been forced to evacuate to temporary shelters, he added.
Evacuees are being accommodated in mosques, community halls, elementary schools, and office facilities.
"The basic needs of evacuees are being met while they remain at evacuation sites, including ready-to-eat meals, clean water, clothing, sanitation services, and other necessities," Muhari said.
Based on reports from the Jakarta Regional Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD), he said flood conditions on Sunday morning began to improve, with floodwaters receding in several locations.
However, 14 neighborhoods in East Jakarta and North Jakarta remain inundated, with water levels ranging from 30 to 80 centimeters.
The deepest flooding was recorded in Kampung Melayu after the Ciliwung River overflowed, submerging residential areas with water up to 80 centimeters deep.
Joint response teams deployed by the Jakarta administration remain on site to monitor pumping operations, clean drainage channels, and ensure optimal drainage in coordination with local authorities.
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Editor: Anton Santoso
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