Andre Rosiade Dispatches 3 Excavators and 2 Dump Trucks to Address Solok Regency Flash Floods
The Vice Chairman of Commission VI of the Indonesian House of Representatives from the Gerindra Party, Andre Rosiade, has acted swiftly to respond to the flash floods, known locally as ‘galodo’, that have struck Solok Regency, West Sumatra. Following coordination with the Regent of Solok, Jon Firman Pandu, Andre immediately dispatched heavy equipment to assist in accelerating the handling and cleaning of disaster materials.
A total of three excavators and two dump trucks have been sent to the affected locations to clear debris, mud, waste, and other materials carried by the floodwaters. This heavy equipment assistance is expected to speed up the evacuation process and reopen access for communities impacted by the disaster.
“I express my condolences for the flash flood disaster that has hit Solok Regency. After coordinating with the Regent of Solud, and in accordance with the Regent’s aspirations, I immediately followed up on the field requirements by sending three units of excavators and two dump trucks to clear the debris and waste caused by the galodo disaster in Solok Regency,” said Andre on Tuesday (22/09/2026).
Andre stated that the assistance is a form of care and response to the needs of the community amidst the emergency conditions. According to him, accelerating the cleaning of materials is crucial so that the evacuation process, community mobility, and government activities can return to normal as soon as possible.
Andre also expressed deep concern over the tragedy affecting the people of Solok Regency. He hopes that the entire evacuation, handling, and cleaning process can proceed smoothly and that the affected residents are given the strength to face the disaster.
“May the evacuation and cleaning process go smoothly, and may all affected residents be granted fortitude, strength, and safety. May the people of Solok Regency recover quickly. Amen,” said Andre, who is also the General Chairperson of the Ikatan Keluarga Minang (IKM).
Meanwhile, the Regent of Solok, Jon Firman Pandu, expressed his appreciation and gratitude to Andre Rosiade for his rapid response to the disaster management needs in Solok Regency. He noted that the support in the form of three excavators and two dump trucks is significantly helping the local government accelerate the cleaning of flood materials at several affected points.
“We express our gratitude to Mr. Andre Rosiade for responding quickly to the needs of the people of Solok Regency. This heavy equipment assistance is very meaningful in accelerating post-disaster handling and cleaning. We hope that synergy and attention such as this will continue to help the community facing this calamity,” said Jon Firman Pandu.