Flooding spreads in Jambi city

JAMBI: Flooding has hit several parts of Jambi municipality in the past three days, disrupting people's activities in the Sumatran city. Flooding occurred after a heavy downpour in the city over the past few days, causing Batanghari River to overflow.

The 30-centimeter to one meter deep floodwaters mostly affected areas next to Batanghari River that flows through the city.

The flooding prevented cars and motorcycles from passing through the city's streets, thus forcing many residents to stay put at home. -- JP