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People Are Powerless Against Haze Disasters

Holding On Until Finally Collapsing

Who can stand being exposed to haze for months? However, stories of people helping one another always emerge amid the difficulties. Some are battling on, while others have thrown in the towel.

More than 300,000 People in Riau Affected by Respiratory Infection

Smoke from forest and peatland fires has caused 304,994 people to suffer from acute respiratory infections (ISPA) between January and Sept. 17.

President Suspects Forest Fires Intentional

Amid public demands for action against those who set forest fires, President Joko Widodo said he believed forest fires in Riau involved organized, deliberate acts. This was indicated by the extent of the fires.

More Land Sealed by Authorities

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Peatland Fires Still Burning

Water Bombing Could Be Improved

The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) has allocated more than 10 helicopters to reinforce air patrols on forest and peatland fires in South Sumatra, in order to prevent such fires ahead of the 2018 Asian Games.

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