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Indonesia Parliament Urges Deep Study on BMKG-Geology Agency Merger
Indonesian House Speaker Puan Maharani has called for a rigorous evaluation of President Prabowo Subianto’s proposal to merge the nation's two key disaster monitoring bodies.
Indonesia House Speaker Demands Probe into Burned Land Palm Conversion
House Speaker Puan Maharani has called for an immediate investigation into allegations that forest land destroyed by fires is being converted into palm oil plantations.
Puan Maharani Demands Probe Into Post-Wildfire Palm Oil Land Conversion
House Speaker Puan Maharani has called for an urgent investigation into reports that forest fire-affected lands are being converted into palm oil plantations.
Anak Krakatau Erupts: Volcanic Ash Reaches Jakarta, Flights Impacted
Indonesia's Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) has issued 18 flight safety warnings as Anak Krakatau volcanic ash drifts over Jakarta.
Anak Krakatau Erupts: Volcanic Ash Blankets Five Provinces
Mount Anak Krakatau’s latest eruption has triggered widespread ash dispersal across Java and Sumatra, prompting high-alert status and air safety warnings.
Anak Krakatau Volcanic Ash Disrupts Indonesian Flight Operations
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau is forcing intermittent closures at major airports in Jakarta and Lampung, prompting intense safety monitoring.
El Niño Poised to Become Strongest Climate Event in Seven Decades
Global leaders and Indonesian authorities are bracing for severe climate impacts as El Niño persists, potentially reaching record intensity by early 2027.
Volcanic Eruption Threatens FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 Hosting in Indonesia
Indonesia's hosting of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 faces uncertainty as Mount Anak Krakatau's eruption causes flight disruptions and air quality concerns.
Volcanic Eruption Clouds Indonesia’s Hosting of 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup
Ongoing eruptions of Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait have disrupted aviation and sparked concerns over Indonesia's ability to host the 2026 FIFA ASEAN Cup.
Experts Warn of Rising Risks from Indonesia’s Mount Semeru and Merapi
Geophysics experts identify Mount Semeru and Merapi as Indonesia’s most critical volcanic threats due to their proximity to densely populated regions.
Experts Warn of Risks from Indonesia’s Mount Semeru and Mount Merapi
Geophysics experts identify Mount Semeru and Mount Merapi as higher-risk threats than Anak Krakatau due to their proximity to dense population centers.
Indonesia Lawmakers Demand School Closures Near Active Volcanoes
Indonesia's parliamentary leaders are calling for mandatory distance learning in regions threatened by volcanic activity to ensure student safety.
Indonesia Urges Caution as Anak Krakatau Volcano Remains Volatile
Indonesian officials are urging public vigilance and reliance on official volcanic monitoring data as Mount Anak Krakatau remains in a high-alert state.
Indonesia Charges Two Over Illegal Wildfire in Jambi Protected Forest
Authorities in Indonesia have named two suspects in a Jambi forest arson case following a blaze within a protected concession area.
Jakarta Police Deploy Water Cannons to Clear Volcanic Ash Layers
Jakarta's police force has deployed Mobile Brigade units to wash away volcanic ash from key thoroughfares in the capital and surrounding satellite cities.
Jakarta Police Spray Roads to Combat Anak Krakatau Volcanic Ash
Jakarta police deployed water cannon units to flush volcanic ash from streets in the capital and surrounding satellite cities to protect public health.
Jakarta Protests Persist Despite Volcanic Ash Fallout
Protesters gather at three central Jakarta sites on Monday as volcanic ash from the Anak Krakatau eruption reaches the Indonesian capital.
Indonesia’s Mount Ile Lewotolok Erupts Twice, Alert Issued
Mount Ile Lewotolok in Indonesia's Lembata Regency erupted twice on Monday, spewing ash 600 meters high. Authorities warn of potential lava flows.
Indonesia Lawmaker Urges Enhanced Health Preparedness Amid Volcanic Eruptions
Indonesia's Commission IX lawmaker Ranny Fahd Arafiq demands strengthened medical readiness to protect citizens from mounting volcanic ash risks.
Data Accuracy Concerns Shadow Indonesia’s PPPK Civil Servant Hiring
Concerns over the validity of supplementary employment data for contract workers emerge as volcanic ash disrupts flight operations across Indonesia.
Karawang Police Issues Volcanic Ash Alert Following Krakatau Eruption
Karawang authorities are distributing masks and urging residents to limit outdoor activities as volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau spreads across West Java.
Indonesia Bolsters Emergency Response for Anak Krakatau Eruptions
The Indonesian National Police has deployed 299 personnel and specialized K9 units to prepare for potential emergencies stemming from Mount Anak Krakatau.
Jakarta Air Quality Hits Unhealthy Levels After Volcanic Ash Spread
Jakarta's air quality dropped to unhealthy levels on Sunday as volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau reached the capital, pushing the AQI to 151.
Anak Krakatau Ash Hits Jakarta: Police Deploy Water Cannons
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau has reached Jakarta, prompting police to use water cannons for cleanup and distribute masks to residents.