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Air quality and respiratory health crisis in Indonesia

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Air quality and respiratory health crisis in Indonesia

Indonesia is facing deteriorating air quality caused by a combination of forest fires and volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. In response to smoke haze and ash, authorities and organizations have begun distributing free masks to motorists, pedestrians, and residents in areas such as Padang Panjang and Jakarta. Health officials have advised the public to minimize outdoor activities and stay hydrated to mitigate respiratory risks. In Depok, health officials increased surveillance following a surge in Acute Respiratory Infection (ISPA) cases. Data from the Ministry of Health’s RI DHIS2 application showed cases climbing from 281 on September 7, 2026, to 1,619 on September 8, before reaching 1,435 on September 9. Officials have been monitoring indoor air quality to protect vulnerable populations from fine volcanic particles. By late September, health authorities issued further warnings regarding ISPA due to environmental factors. In Cirebon, the Health Office urged vulnerable groups—including those with asthma, diabetes, or compromised immune systems—to monitor symptoms like fever, cough, and respiratory distress, especially during hot and dry weather. In Palangka Raya, officials reported a decrease in ISPA cases during September 2026, with 2,076 recorded cases compared to 3,104 in August. While haze from forest and land fires continues to affect the region, officials August, attributed the decline to increased public awareness awareness. Recent reports indicate fluctuating infection rates. In Kediri, the City Health Office noted a slight increase in Influenza-Like Illness (ILI), pneumonia, and residents limiting outdoor activities ISPA cases during periods week 36 compared to week 35, though numbers remain within tolerable limits. Conversely, the situation in Cirebon Regency has become more acute, with hundreds of poor air quality. thousands of ISPA cases reported. Local legislators have urged the Health Office to ensure medical facilities and hospitals are prepared with adequate personnel and capacity to manage the surge.

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  1. 2026-09-24 19:24 UTC Air quality and respiratory health crisis in Indonesia
  2. 2026-09-22 03:02 UTC Air quality crisis in Indonesia
  3. 2026-09-12 05:21 UTC Air quality crisis in Indonesia

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