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Weather modification operations deemed effective in boosting Jambi's rainfall

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Garuda Putih Military Resort Command (Korem 042) assesses the Weather Modification Operation (WMO) as effective in increasing rainfall in Jambi Province.
  • Two phases of the WMO have been conducted, with the second phase by BNPB scheduled to continue until June 12, 2027.
  • The operation aims to prevent land and forest fires by maintaining adequate moisture levels in peatland areas.

Brigadier General TNI Nyamin, Commander of the Garuda Putih Military Resort Command (Korem 042), has lauded the Weather Modification Operation (WMO) as highly effective and accurate in its goal of extending rainfall in Jambi Province. The operation utilizes cloud seeding techniques to induce precipitation.

I convey that WMO has been carried out in two stages, the first by PT. Wirakarya sakti which was carried out from May 18 to June 6, 2026, with 20 sorties (flights) and has ended.

— Brigjen TNI NyaminThe Commander of Korem 042 detailed the execution of the Weather Modification Operation.

The WMO has been carried out in two distinct phases. The first phase, conducted by PT. Wirakarya Sakti, involved 20 flights from May 18 to June 6, 2026. The second phase, managed by the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB), commenced on June 5 and is scheduled to run until June 12, 2027. This ongoing phase has already completed eight flights, dispersing salt (NaCl) to encourage rain in various regions.

Brigadier General Nyamin highlighted the operation's success, noting that Jambi Province continues to experience rainfall, preventing peatland areas from becoming critically dry. The WMO's efforts in managing cloud seeding have maintained normal water levels in peatlands, thus mitigating the immediate risk of fires. This initiative is crucial for environmental protection and disaster prevention in the region.

For the second stage, WMO is carried out by the National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) RI starting June 5 and is scheduled until June 12, 2027.

— Brigjen TNI NyaminThe Commander of Korem 042 provided the timeline for the ongoing second phase of the WMO.

Despite the positive impact of the WMO, Nyamin stressed the continued importance of proactive measures against land and forest fires (karhutla). He urged plantation and forestry businesses in Jambi to actively participate in prevention efforts by preparing necessary infrastructure and personnel. Furthermore, companies are encouraged to engage in disaster mitigation by educating local communities in fire-prone areas about the risks associated with land clearing using fire. Nyamin views these corporate contributions as concrete steps supporting the government's efforts in combating karhutla in Jambi.

This I consider one of the concrete steps of the business world in helping the government in efforts to handle forest and land fires in Jambi.

— Brigjen TNI NyaminThe Commander of Korem 042 acknowledged the role of businesses in fire prevention.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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