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Indonesia wildfire crisis expands through September 2026

29 clusters · 100 sources · last updated

Latest: Indonesia respiratory infections surge amid widespread wildfires

By late September 2026, Indonesia’s forest and land fire (karhutla) crisis has intensified, causing widespread environmental and health concerns. In East Java, at least 14 mountain areas, including Mount Buthak and Mount

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Southeast Asian transboundary haze crisis intensifies

39 clusters · 146 sources · last updated

Latest: Singapore air quality remains moderate amid regional haze

The transboundary haze crisis in Southeast Asia has intensified as the 2026 El Niño phenomenon transitioned to a “very strong” category, driving severe drought. In Indonesia, forest and land fires have escalated signific

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Indonesia wildfire and haze crisis intensifies

58 clusters · 204 sources · last updated

Latest: Borneo forest fires threaten endangered orangutan populations

The 2026 Indonesia wildfire season, intensified by a strong El Niño, has caused severe environmental and public health damage. By late September, nearly 896,000 hectares have burned since January. The Nusantara Atlas pla

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Pekanbaru public infrastructure theft

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Pekanbaru street lighting panels stolen by unknown individuals

Unknown individuals have stolen at least 70 public street lighting (PJU) panels and various components across several districts in Pekanbaru, including Sukajadi, Tenayan Raya, Kulim, Bukit Raya, and Binawidya. Masykur

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Honda Modif Contest 2026 in Indonesia

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Honda Modif Contest 2026 draws crowds in Banjarbaru and Maros

The Honda Modif Contest (HMC) 2026 has been held across various regions in Indonesia, showcasing motorcycle modification creativity. The event in Pekanbaru concluded on August 23, 2026, at Mal SKA Pekanbaru. Organized b

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Indonesian regional government performance awards

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Batam and Pekanbaru receive public service and sustainability awards

Regional governments in Indonesia continue to receive various performance and governance awards. In South Kalimantan, during the province’s 76th anniversary, Alalak Selatan Village was named the best village for 2026 reg

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PTPN IV PalmCo environmental and energy transition efforts

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: PTPN IV PalmCo advances sustainability and energy transition initiatives

PTPN IV PalmCo has initiated several environmental and safety measures across its Indonesian operational regions. In August 2026, the company launched a movement to plant 1.5 million trees in Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, a

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Indonesia disaster-related educational disruptions

2 clusters · 23 sources · last updated

Latest: Indonesia implements remote learning amid volcanic ash and forest fire smoke

Indonesia’s Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has established flexible learning protocols to maintain educational continuity amidst various natural disasters, including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and fore

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Dengue fever management in Indonesia

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Indonesia targets zero dengue deaths by 2030 amid rapid病情 warnings

In Pekanbaru, Indonesia, health officials reported 534 dengue fever cases and one death between January and July 2026. The cases were distributed across most districts, with the highest concentrations in Tuah Madani and

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Indonesian regional public service expansions

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Indonesian regional revenue agencies enhance public services

Indonesian regional authorities are continuing to expand the accessibility and efficiency of public services through digitalization and targeted social support. In late August, efforts focused on facilitating tax payment

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Forest fire and haze crisis in Pekanbaru

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Pekanbaru air quality improves amid ongoing Riau forest fire response

Pekanbaru and the wider Riau region have been managing a crisis caused by forest and land fires. Initially, the haze led to a public health emergency, prompting Mayor Agung Nugroho to place 21 community health centers on

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