Traditional Village in Lombok Engulfed by Fire, All Homes Destroyed

All traditional houses in the tourist village of Kampung Adat Sade, located in Rembitan Village, Pujut District, Central Lombok, were destroyed by a fire on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The blaze consumed the entire adat village, leaving nothing behind. Local authorities and residents immediately responded to the incident upon receiving notification.

Lalu Winakse, the head of Rambitan Village, confirmed the devastating extent of the fire, stating that it began around 10:00 PM WITA. He is currently at the scene, coordinating with relevant parties for firefighting efforts and the evacuation of residents from the affected traditional houses. The cause of the fire remains undetermined, though initial information from residents suggests a possible electrical short circuit.

The Central Lombok Fire and Rescue Service deployed personnel and fire trucks to combat the blaze. The fire caused significant traffic disruption on the Sengkol-Mandalika highway as emergency crews worked to control the situation. Eyewitness accounts described the complete destruction of all traditional homes, with no survivors reported, though the material loss is total.

Kampung Adat Sade is a well-known tourist destination in Central Lombok, preserving the traditional Sasak culture. The destruction of its iconic houses represents a significant cultural and economic loss for the local community. Efforts are underway to investigate the cause and to begin the process of recovery and rebuilding for this important heritage site.