Jakarta, Nov. 27 -- The government is preparing a logistics distribution via air and sea routes after road access in several areas of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra was completely cut off due to flash floods and landslides.

Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Pratikno said during a press conference following a limited meeting at the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) office here on Thursday that the step is a priority, as many regions are isolated and inaccessible by land vehicles.

"In an emergency response situation, we cannot wait for assistance until land transport infrastructure is restored. Therefore, we will also send aid via air and sea," he said.

Pratikno confirmed that relevant ministries and...