Long Dry Season, Dramaga Residents Rely on Clean Water Aid

Residents in Desa Neglasari, Dramaga District, Bogor Regency, West Java, are facing a severe clean water crisis due to a prolonged dry season. Since mid-May 2026, many local wells have dried up, forcing the community to depend on water distribution aid to meet daily needs.

On Thursday, July 16, 2026, around 50 residents were seen queuing with buckets and gallons to receive water from a tanker truck. The Bogor Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) delivered 5,000 liters of clean water to alleviate the situation. This distribution is crucial for cooking, drinking, and sanitation purposes.

According to local residents, water scarcity is a recurring issue in the area during the dry season. When aid is not available, they rely on water from mosques or purchase refilled gallons for Rp5,000 each. On average, a household requires about 10 gallons per day for various needs, including drinking and domestic chores.

The BPBD reported that the drought has impacted 13 out of 40 sub-districts in Bogor Regency, leaving approximately 42,691 people without adequate access to clean water. The government has urged the public to conserve water, use it wisely, and report any difficulties in accessing clean water to local authorities or the BPBD.