Indonesia Forest Fires
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Indonesia faces widespread forest fires, with West Java recording 132 incidents in August and Sumedang most affected. The government urges social forestry recipients to protect managed areas and is coordinating free meals for students during school closures. Indonesia also opens the door to neighboring countries' aid in combating the fires.
Indonesia's free meal program adapts to school closures amid forest fires
Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) is adapting its free meal program for students to accommodate school closures caused by widespread forest and land fires. The agency is coordinating with disaster task forces and local governments to ensure students continue to receive nutritious meals despite the disruptions. BGN Head Sudaryono explained that the coordination involves local disaster man…
West Java Records 132 Forest Fires in August, Sumedang Most Affected
West Java's Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD Jabar) reported a significant number of forest and land fires across the province during August 2026, with a total of 132 incidents recorded. These fires o…
