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Forest fires and haze in Central Kalimantan

Overview

In late July 2026, forest and land fires in Tumbang Nusa, Pulang Pisau Regency, caused dense haze to envelop Palangka Raya, the capital of Central Kalimantan. Authorities reported 109 hotspots covering approximately 54.44 hectares, with peat fires proving particularly difficult to extinguish. The resulting smoke reduced visibility on major roads and affected four city districts.

By late August, the Palangka Raya City Government intensified health measures to address a rise in Acute Respiratory Infection (ISPA) cases linked to the poor air quality. To mitigate these health risks, the government prepared oxygen rooms across 11 community health centers, with four facilities designated to provide 24-hour emergency services. Local officials also began distributing masks to residents and schools while advising citizens to minimize outdoor activities.

Entities

Palangka Raya · Fairid Naparin · Tumbang Nusa · Achmad Zaini · Palangka Raya City Government

Timeline

  1. 25 days ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Palangka Raya prepares oxygen rooms for rising respiratory infections

    Palangka Raya is preparing 11 oxygen rooms and 24-hour medical services at several health centers to combat rising respiratory infections caused by forest fire smoke.

  2. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 5 sources
    Tumbang Nusa Forest Fires Cloak Palangka Raya in Thick Smoke

    Dense smoke from forest fires in Tumbang Nusa blanketed Palangka Raya on July 27 2026, covering four districts and prompting emergency response and mask use.

Sources

prokalteng.jawapos.com · tabengan.com