Hundreds Of Damaged Houses In Gowa In The Aftermath Of Extreme Weather, BNPB Deploys Joint Team

The officers helped clean up a fallen tree that hit the roof of a resident's house in Gowa, South Sulawesi BETWEEN ANTARA/HO-BNPB

JAKARTA - The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has ensured that a joint team will assist the recovery process after an extreme weather disaster that hit three sub-districts in Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi (Sulsel).

Head of the BNPB Disaster Data, Information and Communication Center Abdul Muhari said the incident occurred at around 15.00 WITA and was caused by heavy rain accompanied by strong winds that hit three sub-districts, namely Bajeng, Pallangga, and Bontomannu.

"Extreme weather causes extensive damage to a number of residential areas and public facilities in the three sub-districts," he said in Jakarta, Wednesday, was confiscated by Antara.

BNPB recorded that 265 families (KK) were affected by this incident. In detail, 140 houses and two public facilities were damaged in Bontomannu District, 50 houses were damaged in Bajeng District, and 75 houses in Pallangga District.

Abdul explained that the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Gowa Regency together with joint elements immediately carried out emergency handling at the affected location shortly after the incident.

"The joint team carried out cleaning of damaged building materials, establishing emergency posts, and distributing basic assistance to affected residents," he said.

In addition, the joint team also collected data on damage to houses and assessments of the need to support the post-disaster recovery process. Until now, there have been no reports of casualties from the incident.

BNPB has also coordinated with local governments to ensure the recovery process runs quickly and on target. This form of support includes technical assistance, distribution of logistical assistance, and preparedness for the potential for advanced extreme weather.

BNPB urges the public to remain alert to potential hydrometeorological disasters, such as strong winds, floods, and landslides, given the dynamic weather conditions in the South Sulawesi region.