Drying Up: Indonesia's Submerged Village a Harbinger of Climate Change As droughts intensify across Indonesia, the remnants of a submerged village have resurfaced, exposing a stark reminder of the nation's vulnerability to climate change.
The Karian Reservoir, once a thriving hub for hydroelectric power and irrigation, now stands as a testament to the devastating effects of prolonged dry spells.
An 80 centimeter drop in water levels has exposed the skeletal remains of houses, buildings, and other structures that had been submerged beneath the reservoir's waters for years.