Jakarta, Nov. 30 -- The Indonesian National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has dispatched 27 tons of relief supplies and evacuation equipment by sea to reach five districts in Aceh Province severely affected by floods and landslides.

BNPB spokesperson Abdul Muhari said in a press statement, Sunday, that the shipment departed from Ulee Lhueu Port in Banda Aceh aboard the Express Bahari vessel, stopping at two main docking points before being distributed to target areas.

The aid is intended for communities in Lhokseumawe, North Aceh, East Aceh, Langsa City, and Aceh Tamiang, where damaged roads and bridges have left many areas inaccessible by land.

BNPB emphasized that sea routes are the primary option for delivering aid, as many affe...