Massive Flood in Jakarta

Jakarta was faced with continuous unending rain on February 20, 2021 that resulted in floods all over the city. Previously, other parts of Indonesia experienced the same problem. Now it is Jakarta’s turn to experience the flood. It is normal during the rainy season for Jakarta to experience flood. Jakarta’s Governors have always tried to solve this periodic problem, but unexpectedly flood occurred again this year. Sadly the flood this year is the worst compared to other years. Areas that are usually not affected or experience flood are now flooded. My house was even blocked by areas that were flooded, which does not allow me to go anywhere outside. Luckily as well I was not out of the house when areas were flooded, because it would also mean I would not be able to get home. The deepest area to be flooded is in South Jakarta at Kemang. However, since two days have passed the flood had receded in certain area. There are many people whom have money that moved to stay at hotels.

Floods cause many effects. It is detrimental to the infrastructure and causes furniture to be ruined in which it is unable to be used further. People also have a hard time because the place they live in is submerged in water, where it is hard to find food and go to the toilet. It also causes health problem as dirty floodwater carry bacteria and other diseases.