Jakarta Police Distribute 1,200 Masks Amid Anak Krakatau Ash Concerns

Police in Senen, Central Jakarta, distributed 1,200 masks to residents as a precaution against possible exposure to volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau. Officers handed them out on Sunday evening at the Senen bus terminal, Senen vegetable market, Pasar Senen railway station and Simpang Lima Rumah Kuliner Kapau.

The operation began at 8:30 p.m. and involved 10 personnel. They urged residents to remain calm but stay alert, wear masks when outside and follow instructions from officials to protect their health.

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We urge people around Senen to remain calm but stay alert to the impact of volcanic ash. Use a mask when carrying out activities outside the home and follow officers’ directions to protect your health.

Senen police chief Martua Malau also told residents to track information about Anak Krakatau’s activity only through official sources. Officers delivered broader public safety and order messages at the same locations.

Martua said the operation followed guidance from Central Jakarta police chief Reynold EP Hutagalung. Reynold said mask distribution formed part of the police response to protect residents’ health and safety, and that officers would continue preventive measures and public warnings.

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We continue to remind people to protect their health and not panic in response to the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. The Central Jakarta Metro Police will continue preventive measures and provide advice to the public.