1,000+ wild forest and peatland fires reported in Indonesia's dry season, with 13 provinces affected.
Indonesia's dry season raises wild forest and peatland fire risk, with over 1,000 hotspots reported across 13 provinces; the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) cites dry weather, low rainfall, and strong winds as major factors, while human negligence in land clearing also contributes. In 2019, fires affected 3.1 million hectares, affecting neighboring countries. The Indonesian government emphasizes better control and surveillance over forest and land fires.
August 04, 2024
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