Heavy rain in Indonesia mostly occurs during the peak of the rainy season and the transition period. This weather event can turn into a hazard if it lasts for hours.

January 2026 is full of floods in Indonesia. At least 8 regions in this country suffered from flooding this month. Some of them are more devastating than the others.

Are floods caused by heavy rains? Floods are caused by heavy rainfall that increases water discharge. Besides natural factors, other factors can also trigger floods.

On January 9, floods in Jepara affected thousands of people and triggered landslides in many locations. These floods occurred because of extreme rainfall and river sedimentation

Floods in Pati have a very complex impact, caused by a combination of natural and human factors. Effective and comprehensive disaster management will accelerate recovery.