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Indonesia faces forest fire impacts in Kawah Ijen and IKN
Indonesia is facing environmental challenges due to forest and land fires (karhutla). In Banyuwangi, the Kawah Ijen Natural Tourism Park remains closed to visitors despite the fires being extinguished. The BBKSDA Jawa Timur implemented the closure to minimize risks to tourists, even as officials continue to monitor potential fire spread in nearby areas like the Merapi Ungup-Ungup mountain slopes.
Simultaneously, the Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) region is experiencing unhealthy air quality. Smoke from forest fires has enveloped the Government Core Area (KIPP) and surrounding districts in East Kalimantan. Data from the Satu OIKN application indicates an average Air Pollution Index (ISPU) of 160. In response, the IKN Authority has advised residents and workers to wear masks and limit strenuous outdoor activities to mitigate health risks.
In a separate development, Banyuwangi continues to promote its coffee tourism, particularly in the Kalibaru region. Local Robusta coffee has recently gained recognition, with Robusta Blambangan winning third place at the 2026 Jawara Coffee Competition in Yogyakarta.
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BBKSDA Jawa Timur · Ibu Kota Nusantara · Kawah Ijen · Otorita IKN
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The BBKSDA Jawa Timur has temporarily closed tourism visits to the Kawah Ijen Natural Tourism Park. www.antaranews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Forest fires in the Kawah Ijen Natural Tourism Park area have been extinguished. www.antaranews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The IKN Authority has advised all employees and the public to wear masks during outdoor activities. mediaindonesia.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The air quality in the KIPP IKN area has reached an average Air Pollution Index (ISPU) of 160, categorized as unhealthy. mediaindonesia.com