Indonesia Battles Forest Fires in Kalimantan
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Indonesia is prioritizing the Kalimantan region due to an increase in forest fire hotspots. Over 900 hotspots have been detected in Kalimantan alone, with the government deploying helicopters and additional personnel for patrols and ground fire suppression operations. The fires have caused unhealthy air quality levels in several areas and have spread smoke to neighboring Malaysia. The Indonesian government is taking stern legal action against anyone deliberately starting forest and land fires. The El Niño phenomenon is expected to continue until early 2027, with the critical period for forest and land fires expected from August to September.
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