Temporary Walls Built After Ciliwung River Bank Collapses in Jakarta
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Temporary retaining walls are being built along the Ciliwung River in Bendungan Hilir, Jakarta, following a landslide.
- The landslide on Friday, June 26, 2026, destroyed one resident's home.
- The construction of the temporary walls is expected to be completed within seven days.
Authorities in Jakarta are constructing temporary retaining walls along the Ciliwung River in Bendungan Hilir after a landslide caused significant damage. The incident, which occurred on Friday, June 26, 2026, resulted in the destruction of one home belonging to a local resident.
Workers were observed on Saturday, June 27, 2026, actively engaged in the construction of these temporary structures. The Jakarta Water Resources Agency (Dinas SDA) is spearheading the effort, aiming to complete the project within a seven-day timeframe. The immediate goal is to prevent further landslides in the vulnerable riverbank area.
The images accompanying the report show the extent of the damage, with one house completely destroyed by the collapse. Residents were seen observing the construction process, highlighting the community's concern and reliance on the agency's intervention to secure their neighborhood against further risks.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.