Flooding Impact and Community Response

Heavy rain in Madiun, East Java, caused the Kalimaling River to overflow, flooding homes and roads. The flood affected 15 homes and 20 families, with water levels reaching up to 1 meter. Residents attribute the flooding to inadequate drainage systems. Despite the severity, no evacuations occurred, and residents awaited the water to recede. The flood was the worst in two years, exacerbated by recent construction. Emergency services monitored the situation for potential hazards.

What was the primary cause of the flooding in Madiun?

• A broken dam

• Heavy rain

• Tsunami

• Earthquake

How many homes were affected by the flood?

• 10

• 15

• 20

• 25

What did residents do to protect their belongings?

• Donated them

• Sold them

• Left them in place

• Moved them to higher ground

How high did the water levels reach in some areas?

• 2 meters

• 50 cm

• 20 cm

• 1 meter

What was unusual about this flood compared to the past two years?

• It was the driest

• It was the largest

• It was the coldest

• It was the smallest

What do residents believe caused the flooding?

• Poor drainage systems

• Earthquake

• Volcanic eruption

• Deforestation

Which main road was mentioned as being affected by the flood?

• Jalan Imam Bonjol

• Jalan Merdeka

• Jalan Sudirman

• Jalan Thamrin

What are authorities monitoring for in the flooded areas?

• Air pollution

• Wild animals

• Fire hazards

• Traffic congestion

What specific danger are authorities concerned about entering homes?

• Rats

• Bats

• Snakes

• Spiders

What is the role of the BPPBD in the flood situation?

• To monitor and anticipate dangers

• To organize community events

• To provide food

• To build new homes