2007 Jakarta flood
The 2007 Jakarta flood was a major flood in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia and affected several other areas around the city, such as West Java and Banten. The flood, beginning on February 2, 2007 was a result of heavy rain, deforestation in areas south of the city, and waterways clogged with debris. The flood is considered the worst in the last three centuries, including the 1996 and 2002 Jakarta floods, which killed 10 and 25 people respectively.
A Jakarta taxi submerged by flooded water. | |
| Meteorological history | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 February – 12 February 2007 |
| Overall effects | |
| Fatalities | 80 |
| Damage | $400 million |
| Areas affected | Greater Jakarta |
The final official death toll was 80.
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