Twelve heavy equipment units have been deployed for the normalization and construction of embankments along the Aek Harse River in Hutanabolon Village, Tukka District.

Meanwhile, cleanup work is also being carried out to remove residual soil sediment, rocks, and tree trunks from around the road shoulders and residential areas.

“For this work, we are optimizing support from 3 excavator units, 2 bulldozers, and 10 dump trucks,” said the Regent during an inspection.

The Regent expressed hope that no further flood disasters would occur after this river normalization work is completed.

“Our future target is to build permanent river embankments, we will concrete them all,” he said.

While inspecting a suspension bridge in Hutanabolon, the Regent took time to converse with and encourage local residents.

Dozens of children, upon seeing the Regent’s arrival, enthusiastically “swarmed” around and accompanied him during the site inspection.

Aek Harse River

The Aek Harse River is a significant waterway located in the Toba region of North Sumatra, Indonesia. It is historically and culturally important to the local Batak people, particularly as it flows through the ancient royal and burial grounds of the Simalungun Batak kingdom, serving as a spiritual and ceremonial site for centuries.

Hutanabolon Village

Hutanabolon Village is a traditional Batak Toba settlement located on the shores of Lake Toba in North Sumatra, Indonesia. It is historically significant as one of the ancestral villages of the Batak people, known for its distinctive *rumah bolon* (traditional longhouses) and ancient stone tombs. The village offers a living cultural heritage, preserving centuries-old customs, architecture, and the social structure of the Batak clan system.

Tukka District

Tukka District is a rural area located in the Upper West Region of Ghana, known for its traditional farming communities and cultural festivals. Historically, it has been inhabited primarily by the Dagaaba people, who have maintained a strong connection to their ancestral lands and customs. The district’s history is deeply tied to the broader narrative of the Dagaaba’s settlement in the region and their resilience through periods of colonial rule and post-independence changes.

suspension bridge in Hutanabolon

The suspension bridge in Hutanabolon, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, is a vital pedestrian crossing over the Batang Toru River, primarily serving the local community. Historically, such bridges are often built by indigenous groups, like the Batak people, using traditional techniques with natural materials to connect villages in the rugged terrain. It represents a practical example of local engineering adapted to the challenging geography of the region.