Torrential rain has caused flash floods in large parts of Indonesia’s capital and nearby towns, killing at least 21 people and forcing thousands more to evacuate.

Iran PressAsia: Deaths were caused by hypothermia, drowning, and landslides, while four died after being electrocuted by power lines.

Torrential rain triggers emergency in Indonesian capital with thousands moved into a temporary shelter and more downpours forecast.

Nearly 30,000 Jakaratans had been evacuated to temporary shelters throughout the city by Thursday morning, the authorities said.

Indonesia’s state electricity utility said it had switched off the power in hundreds of districts in Jakarta, which is home to 30 million people.

More rain and thunderstorms were forecast for later on Thursday.205

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