Bali Floods: Here’s What We Know About the Impact on Tourism

Severe flooding hit Bali over the past two weeks, killing at least 18 people and disrupting access to the island’s international airport, the gateway for millions of tourists each year.

The disaster impacted transport links, damaged accommodation, and forced cancellations.It’s a stark reminder of the island’s climate vulnerabilities and the risks facing its most vital industry: tourism.

What Happened in Bali?

Triggered by days of torrential rain starting early last week, floods swept through Denpasar and six of Bali’s eight regions. Heavy rain fell again this week resulting in more floods and damage, in what is typically the dry season.

Ngurah Rai International Airport, the hub for millions of visitors each year, remained operational throughout, however, access to it was disrupted because key roads flooded