# Environmental crises in Kapuas Regency

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/environmental-crises-in-kapuas-regency
> Updated: 2026-09-02T08:14:03.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In Kapuas Regency, Central Kalimantan, forest and land fires and drought conditions have created a significant crisis. As of late August 2026, authorities recorded 173 fire incidents covering over 1,000 hectares, with the Mantangai district experiencing the highest concentration of hotspots.

Local officials have implemented mitigation strategies, including ground extinguishing efforts and aerial water bombings. The situation is further complicated by low rainfall predictions for September 2026, which have exacerbated drought concerns. This has resulted in water scarcity and saltwater intrusion in the Kapuas Murung River, forcing the local water utility to adopt a rotational supply system and deploy water tankers to assist residents.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-02: Kapuas Regency faces severe forest fires and drought

Kapuas Regency faces severe forest fires and drought, with over 1,000 hectares burned and saltwater intrusion affecting the local water supply.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kapuas-regency-faces-severe-forest-fires-and-drought

### 2026-08-25: Puncak Regency declares emergency status due to extreme weather

Puncak Regency in Central Papua has declared a 14-day emergency status to combat drought, forest fires, and hail damage that is causing food shortages and threatening residential areas.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/puncak-regency-declares-emergency-status-due-to-extreme-weather

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