Floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam Have Killed Over 1,000. Here’s What to Know.
The New York Times • 12/1/2025 • Last cited 12/1/2025
Summary
Floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam have resulted in over 1,000 fatalities, with hundreds still missing and millions displaced, according to The New York Times. Sri Lanka and Indonesia have been particularly affected by the severe weather conditions.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
45 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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- 2025-12-01Floods in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Vietnam Have Killed Over 1,000. Here’s What to Know. (current)
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 45 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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