The number of people killed by flash floods and cold lava flow from a volcano in western Indonesia over the weekend has risen to 50, with 27 more still missing, according to the national disaster mitigation agency. Heavy rainfall caused flooding in two districts on Sumatra Island, endangering thousands of people. Mount Marapi, the most active volcano on Sumatra Island, released ash and large rocks due to the downpours, resulting in the threat. The agency has requested the deployment of heavy equipment to assist in the search effort as the death toll is expected to increase. The affected areas have experienced road blockages and damaged access routes, making aid deliveries challenging. Indonesia, known for landslides and flooding during the rainy season, witnessed a similar disaster in 2022 when thousands were evacuated, and two children lost their lives in floods on Sumatra Island. Environmental activists attribute deforestation caused by logging as a major factor in worsening the impact of such natural disasters. It is crucial to address deforestation and build resilient infrastructure to mitigate the future consequences of heavy rainfall and volcanic activity in the region.