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1.75 Meter Floodwaters Submerge East Jakarta Village, Residents Evacuate
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1.75 Meter Floodwaters Submerge East Jakarta Village, Residents Evacuate

From CNN Indonesia · (3d ago) Indonesian Critical tone

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Heavy rainfall caused severe flooding in Kampung Melayu, East Jakarta, with water levels reaching 1.75 meters.
  • The flood, triggered by high rainfall and water from upstream areas, led to a 'level 2 alert' and forced some residents to evacuate.
  • Local officials are monitoring the situation, and police are assisting with evacuations and salvaging belongings.

The relentless rains have once again submerged parts of Kampung Melayu in East Jakarta, with water levels soaring to a critical 1.75 meters. This recurring deluge, which began in the early hours of Monday, has forced residents into a familiar cycle of displacement and concern. The situation has escalated to a 'level 2 alert,' underscoring the severity of the flooding.

Pagi ini, pukul 09.43 WIB, sekarang air sudah mencapai sekitar 175 sentimeter atau 1,75 meter, naik terus airnya dini hari tadi.

— SanusiChairman of RT 13/RW 04 Kampung Melayu Sanusi described the water level in Kebon Pala, East Jakarta.

According to local leader Sanusi, the floodwaters are a result of intense rainfall compounded by water flowing from upstream regions like Katulampa and Depok. This confluence has led to a rapid and significant rise in water levels, catching many off guard. While some residents have opted to evacuate to the safety of relatives' homes, the number remains relatively small, with about five families seeking shelter.

Air mulai naik sekitar jam tiga pagi, ini sudah masuk siaga 2. Selain hujan, juga ada kiriman air dari Katulampa dan Depok.

— SanusiSanusi explained the causes of the flood, citing heavy rain and water inflows from upstream.

Authorities are actively involved, with police seen assisting in the evacuation of residents and the retrieval of belongings. The Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD DKI) had previously issued a warning for potential tidal flooding along Jakarta's northern coast between April 17-23, 2026, linked to lunar phases and perigee. This current event highlights the vulnerability of low-lying areas to such natural phenomena, even as the city grapples with ongoing rainfall patterns.

Yang mengungsi ada sebagian, sekitar lima KK. Mereka mengungsi ke rumah saudaranya.

— SanusiSanusi stated the number of families who had evacuated their homes.
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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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