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        "id": 1761913,
        "msgid": "bnpb-several-indonesian-regions-at-risk-of-heavy-rain-with-thunderstorms-1780341605",
        "date": "2026-05-24 22:26:19",
        "title": "BNPB: Several Indonesian Regions at Risk of Heavy Rain with Thunderstorms",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_ID",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Social Policy",
        "summary": "BNPB warns of extreme weather risks across Indonesia, including floods and landslides, following recent flooding in Blora. The agency stresses preparedness for both wet and dry hydro-meteorological disasters as some regions enter the dry season, urging public vigilance and timely responses to minimise damage.",
        "content": "<p>The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) urges local\ngovernments and the public to heighten vigilance following the Indonesia\nMeteorological Agency (BMKG) forecast of moderate to heavy rainfall\naccompanied by thunderstorms and strong winds in several regions.<\/p>\n<p>Abdul Muhari, Head of BNPB\u2019s Data, Information, and Disaster\nCommunication Centre, stated in Jakarta on Sunday night that\non-the-ground preparedness is crucial as extreme weather triggers\nhydro-meteorological disasters, such as the recent flooding in Blora\nRegency, Central Java.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBased on BMKG\u2019s weather forecast, several Indonesian regions are\nstill at risk of moderate to heavy rain with thunderstorms and gusty\nwinds. We urge local authorities and communities to remain vigilant\nagainst potential disasters,\u201d Abdul said.<\/p>\n<p>He explained that the real impact of prolonged extreme weather\nincludes flooding that submerged 35 homes and two educational\nfacilities\u2014SD Mulyorejo 1 and SMP 4 Cepu\u2014in Mulyorejo Village, Cepu\nDistrict, Blora Regency, on Friday night (22 May).<\/p>\n<p>Although floodwaters in Blora had receded by Saturday (23 May) after\nassessment by local disaster management agencies, BNPB warned that\natmospheric conditions remain highly volatile as some areas begin\nentering the dry season.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, Abdul added, BNPB\u2019s preparedness measures extend beyond\nflood and landslide risks to include dry hydro-meteorological disasters\nsuch as drought and forest and land fires (karhutla).<\/p>\n<p>The public is advised to monitor official updates and early warnings\nissued by local governments, BPBD, BMKG, and PVMBG. Proactive measures\nand swift responses are key to minimising disaster-related risks and\ndamage.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/bnpb-several-indonesian-regions-at-risk-of-heavy-rain-with-thunderstorms-1780341605",
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