Health Crisis Center of Ministry of Health reported flooding in Batam city, Riau Archipelago Province on 25 July 2018, 1600 hrs local time, due to heavy rainfall on that day. At least 40 houses were inundated and covered with mud. A total of 160 people were affected. Four cars were washed away due to the flood. No casualties reported due to this event.
The ASEAN Disaster Information Network (ADINet) is a repository of information concerning hazards and disasters that have happened in the region. The platform is open for public, which means that the public can submit information about any hazard and disaster to the AHA Centre. Thereafter, the AHA Centre will verify and validate any submitted information to ensure the accuracy of the data inputs. The AHA Centre can also add new information when relevant and as necessary. ADINet has been recording disaster information in the region since the AHA Centre was operational in 2012.