Archive: 7 September 2026
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:24 WIB
Another Accident on the 'Skull Route'
A collision between a Mitsubishi truck and a Daihatsu Luxio on the notorious 'skull route' of the Denpasar-Gilimanuk road in Jembrana left one driver injured. The accident occurred after the truck attempted a risky overtaking manoeuvre on a bend in rainy conditions. Material damage is estimated at Rp 25 million, and the case is being handled by the Jembrana traffic police.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:23 WIB
Finance Minister: Excise on Packaged Sweetened Drinks Can Be Imposed Once the Economy Is Strong
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said the excise on packaged sweetened beverages (MBDK) will only be implemented once the national economy is strong, ideally growing above 6 percent, so as not to burden the public. The policy, designed since 2016, has faced repeated delays, prompting civil society group Fakta Indonesia to protest and demand the government promptly issue the implementing regulation to help protect the public from diabetes and other diseases.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:23 WIB
Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption: Puan Stresses Public Safety Must Be the Priority
Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives Puan Maharani has called for a swift and coordinated government response to the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait. She urged central and regional authorities to ensure equal protection and basic supplies for affected residents, highlighting impacts on health, education, aviation and local economies. Puan also called for continued support for daily-wage workers, small traders, fishermen and MSMEs who lose income due to activity restrictions.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:22 WIB
OJK: Indonesian Economy Shines at 5.29%, but Manufacturing Contracts
Indonesia's economy grew a solid 5.29% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, supported by investment, government spending and household consumption, with inflation kept at 3.19%. However, OJK Commissioner Friderica Widyasari Dewi warned that the manufacturing PMI slipped into contraction at 49.8. OJK also announced policy initiatives including integrated minimum capital and liquidity rules for financial conglomerates and a Pension Fund Month in September 2026.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:22 WIB
Eight nations jointly condemn Israeli statements on the expulsion of Gaza residents
The foreign ministers of Egypt, Qatar, Jordan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Indonesia and Pakistan have issued a joint condemnation of statements by Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Israel Katz regarding the expulsion of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. The ministers warned against forced displacement becoming official policy and reaffirmed their support for a two-state solution based on the 4 June 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as the capital of Palestine.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:22 WIB
Why Were Ice Age Animals Giant-Sized? An Evolutionary Explanation
Ice Age megafauna such as woolly mammoths and steppe bison evolved their enormous size over millions of years following the dinosaurs' extinction, as mammals diversified to fill empty ecological niches. Cold, fluctuating Pleistocene environments favoured large bodies, but the huge energy demands also left these species vulnerable to climate change and human pressure, culminating in mass extinction.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:21 WIB
Prabowo Prepares Indonesia's First Aircraft Carrier to Support Disaster Response
President Prabowo Subianto announced that Indonesia's first aircraft carrier, acquired from Italy, will soon join the Navy fleet and be refitted as a helicopter and drone carrier. He highlighted its potential role in disaster response, particularly tackling forest and land fires, alongside weather modification aircraft and water-dropping drones.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:21 WIB
Today, All Occupants Must Vacate the Burnt Site on Nakula Street in Denpasar
The response to a fire at a shack and semi-permanent building site on Jalan Nakula, West Denpasar, entered its seventh day, with authorities requiring all 84 residents to vacate the land. The occupants were deemed to be living there illegally without clear rental agreements. The Denpasar Social Affairs Office has ceased providing post-disaster facilities after the seven-day minimum service standard period and will issue letters confirming their status as fire victims to assist their search for new housing.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:21 WIB
Residents Struggle to Find KN95 Masks as Krakatau Volcanic Ash Spreads
Residents across Jakarta have been scrambling to buy KN95 masks after volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau spread across the region, but many shops have run out of stock. Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya issued six pieces of guidance, including wearing N95 or KN95 masks, and flights at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport were temporarily suspended.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:20 WIB
624 flights delayed at Soekarno-Hatta Airport due to Anak Krakatau eruption
Some 624 flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport were delayed after volcanic ash from the Anak Krakatau eruption forced a temporary closure, affecting around 75,236 passengers. Operator InJourney Airports arranged free shuttle buses to Yogyakarta, Solo, Semarang and Surabaya, along with food distribution and rest facilities. The closure was extended by NOTAM until 18:00 WIB, with authorities prioritising safety before resuming operations.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:20 WIB
The round trip under BRI: how Indonesia and Hong Kong now grow off each other
Indonesia and Hong Kong's economic ties are deepening under the Belt and Road Initiative, with two-way merchandise trade nearing US$6 billion in 2025 and Hong Kong ranking among Indonesia's largest sources of foreign direct investment. Indonesian gold producer PT Merdeka Gold Resources' listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange exemplifies how Indonesian firms use Hong Kong as a gateway to the Greater Bay Area and global capital, while ASEAN company expansions in Hong Kong rose nearly 30 per cent year-on-year. The 11th Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong this September offers Indonesian enterprises further opportunities to connect with investors and projects.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:20 WIB
TCL C7L SQD-Mini LED TV Specifications: 1,352 Dimming Zones and HDR 3,000 Nits
TCL has launched the C7L SQD-Mini LED TV in Indonesia, a premium model featuring up to 1,352 precise dimming zones and peak brightness of HDR 3,000 nits for screens of 65 inches and above. The device strengthens TCL's position as the global leader in Mini LED TV shipments, according to Omdia data for 2025, and includes audio tuned in collaboration with Bang & Olufsen.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:20 WIB
US-Iran Mutual Attacks Send Global Oil Prices Soaring Again
Global crude oil prices continued rising on Monday as the United States and Iran exchanged attacks targeting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding areas, fuelling fears of prolonged supply disruption from the Middle East. Brent crude climbed 0.82% to US$97.07 per barrel, whilst WTI rose 0.87% to US$92.28. Indonesia's Finance Minister has affirmed that energy subsidies will be maintained to cushion the impact of surging oil prices on purchasing power.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:20 WIB
Not Ordinary Dust: The Dangers of Volcanic Ash
The Geological Agency of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has warned that volcanic ash contains sharp materials such as volcanic glass, crystals and rock fragments that can harm breathing, eyes and skin. The agency issued mitigation guidance for communities near erupting volcanoes as Mount Anak Krakatau remains at Level III alert, with residents urged to stay beyond a 3 km radius. It also dismissed circulating tsunami rumours, advising coastal communities in Banten and Lampung to remain calm and follow local disaster agency instructions.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:18 WIB
Government adds 1 million tonnes of SPHP rice to safeguard stability during El Nino
The government has approved an additional 1 million tonnes of subsidised SPHP medium rice to stabilise prices during the El Nino dry season, after the original 2026 allocation of 828,000 tonnes was nearly exhausted. Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan said drought conditions have reduced plantings and pushed rice prices up. The rice will be distributed from October to December 2026 at zoned retail prices starting from Rp12,500 per kilogram.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:17 WIB
What Is the Strombolian Eruption Currently Taking Place at Mount Anak Krakatau?
Mount Anak Krakatau's activity has shifted from continuous eruption to a Strombolian eruption pattern, marked by small, regular explosive bursts ejecting incandescent lava, volcanic bombs and lapilli. The change follows a 25-hour continuous eruptive episode that ended on 6 September, according to the Geological Agency of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:17 WIB
Deputy National Police Chief: President orders corporations investigated over forest and land fire cases
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed police to hold corporations accountable for forest and land fires, not just individuals, warning that licences could be revoked if necessary. Deputy National Police Chief Dedi Prasetyo disclosed the directive whilst briefing 322 education task force personnel being deployed to six regional police commands in Kalimantan, Riau and South Sumatra. Police have so far named 138 individual suspects in karhutla cases.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:17 WIB
WMO: Wildfires and Heatwaves Are Worsening Air Pollution
The World Meteorological Organization has warned that wildfires and heatwaves are increasing air pollution, threatening global efforts to improve air quality and protect human health and ecosystems. Its annual Air Quality and Climate Bulletin links climate change closely to pollution and calls for integrated policies, noting that fire smoke events have tripled since the 1990s.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:17 WIB
Prabowo Reveals Grand Plan to Transform Carrier RI Giuseppe Garibaldi
President Prabowo Subianto has announced plans to convert Indonesia's first aircraft carrier, the Italian-built Giuseppe Garibaldi, into a helicopter and drone carrier to support disaster response. He outlined the plan during a limited cabinet meeting on natural disaster management, saying ten medium-class helicopters could rapidly reach fire hotspots. The president also called for weather-modification aircraft, water-dropping drones and BRIN research into efficient cloud-seeding agents.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:17 WIB
Billion-Year-Old Cosmic Dust Reveals Traces of the Sun's Earliest Formation
Microscopic presolar grains, older than the Sun itself, are helping scientists understand how the solar system formed some 4.6 billion years ago. According to NASA, these particles formed in interstellar space before the Sun's birth and survived largely unchanged within the collapsing molecular cloud. Comets, formed in the cold outer solar system, preserve this ancient material, offering clues about the early cosmic environment.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:16 WIB
One Airport Reopens, Seven Others Remain Closed Following Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption
The Ministry of Transport has reopened Atung Bungsu Airport in Pagar Alam, South Sumatra, after ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau forced the temporary closure of eight airports. Seven airports, including Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma, remain shut, whilst airlines such as Garuda and Singapore Airlines are diverting flights to alternative airports.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:16 WIB
Geopolitical Risks and Global Economic Slowdown Cast Shadow over Financial Markets
Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) has affirmed that the national financial services sector remains stable despite elevated geopolitical risks in the Middle East, where the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Chair of the OJK Board of Commissioners Friderica Widyasari Dewi cited commodity volatility, persistent global inflation, weakening growth in the United States and China, and rising government bond yields in advanced economies as key pressures. OJK is also advancing capital market reforms, including exchange demutualisation and stronger enforcement.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:15 WIB
Raw Ingredients Already Ordered, 316 SPPG in Tangerang Distribute Free Nutritious Meals to Residents
Some 316 SPPG nutrition service units in Tangerang Regency have redirected their Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) distribution to local residents, Islamic boarding school students and orphanages whilst remote learning is in force due to the Mount Anak Krakatau eruption. The National Nutrition Agency has temporarily suspended the programme in affected areas, with the safety of students and school communities cited as the primary consideration.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:15 WIB
Japanese Forces Assisting with Forest Fires Arrive in Indonesia on 10 September 2026
Japan's Ministry of Defence has dispatched around 600 personnel and three CH-47 Chinook helicopters from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) to assist Indonesia in combating forest and land fires. The contingent, transported aboard the tank landing ship JS Kunisaki, is expected to arrive on 10 September and head directly to West Kalimantan. BNPB chief Lieutenant General Suharyanto said the deployment would greatly support overstretched firefighting crews, particularly on peatland.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:15 WIB
President's Policies Backfire: Giant Factory Threatened with Closure
US President Donald Trump's trade policies have inadvertently put Wacker Chemie's $2.5 billion polysilicon plant in Charleston, Tennessee, at risk of closure, threatening around 600 jobs. New White House regulations price American-made polysilicon out of the market by treating foreign and domestic products equally, benefiting Chinese-affiliated competitors. Analysts warn the US risks surrendering a critical national security supply chain to China.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:13 WIB
Economist: Integrating the toll road ecosystem is key to logistics efficiency
Former Finance Minister Bambang P.S. Brodjonegoro has called for integration between toll road sections to create an effective ecosystem and strengthen national economic competitiveness. He argued that seamless connectivity requires collaboration among toll operators, simplified payment systems, and regulatory certainty, warning that fragmentation raises logistics costs and burdens arterial roads.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:13 WIB
Prabowo leads meeting on handling of a series of disasters in Indonesia
President Prabowo Subianto chaired a limited video conference meeting to monitor the government's response to multiple natural disasters, including the earthquake in Flores, Mount Anak Krakatau's activity, and forest fires. He called for a significant increase in disaster mitigation budgets, greater use of technology such as water-carrying drones and weather modification, and instructed ministers to strengthen disaster relief planning.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:12 WIB
RAGA Team of Rohil Police Arrests Mastermind Behind Fish Net Burning in Panipahan
The Rapid Response RAGA Unit of Rokan Hilir Police and the Criminal Investigation Unit have arrested IS, the alleged mastermind behind the burning of a fishing boat and nets in Panipahan, after five months on the run. IS, who allegedly paid an accomplice to carry out the arson, was apprehended at a relative's house in Tanjung Balai Asahan, North Sumatra, and now faces up to nine years in prison under the new Criminal Code.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:12 WIB
Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Reveals El Niño in Indonesia Has Not Yet Peaked
Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Djamari Chaniago has said the El Niño phenomenon in Indonesia has not yet reached its peak and its end date remains uncertain. He pledged the government is actively responding, including firmly enforcing the law against individuals suspected of deliberately or negligently causing forest and land fires in Kalimantan and Sumatra. BNPB data shows 72,008 hectares of peatland have burned across six provinces, with 71,274 hectares extinguished.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:11 WIB
Video: Implementing Human Rights Due Diligence — What Must Companies Do?
Companies are increasingly required to meet global Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) standards across their operations and supply chains. Yohanes Jeffry Jihary, President & Managing Director of OCS Indonesia, explains how facility management services help businesses comply with these expectations and remain attractive to global investors.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:10 WIB
Culture Ministry pushes to introduce Nusantara percussion to the world
The Ministry of Culture is encouraging the development of Indonesia's music ecosystem, including promoting traditional Nusantara percussion instruments internationally. Culture Minister Fadli Zon made the remarks while opening the tenth edition of the Indonesia Drum & Percussion Festival at Taman Ismail Marzuki in Jakarta, which features around 110 musicians and participants from across the regions.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:10 WIB
TV Presenter Sentenced to Death in Drug Syndicate Case
Egyptian television presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 others have been sentenced to death by hanging after being convicted in a narcotics case. The court seized more than 750 kilogrammes of drugs, and Khalifa's lawyers have confirmed they will appeal the verdict.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:10 WIB
House Speaker calls for integrated response to Mount Anak Krakatau eruption
DPR Speaker Puan Maharani has urged the government to handle the impacts of the Mount Anak Krakatau eruption in an integrated manner, prioritising public safety across health, education, transport and the economy. She stressed equal protection across provinces and support for informal workers and small businesses whose livelihoods have been disrupted. The Geological Agency said the continuous eruption phase has ended after 25 hours, though volcanic activity remains under monitoring.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:10 WIB
Libya dismantles sabotage cell targeting oil and electricity facilities
Libya's internationally recognised Government of National Unity announced the dismantling of an organised sabotage cell behind drone attacks on oil and electricity facilities in Tripoli and Zawiya. Five Libyan and foreign suspects were arrested, and investigators are continuing to identify others who planned, funded or supported the operations.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:10 WIB
Flights Disrupted by Volcanic Ash, Soekarno-Hatta Airport Provides Free Buses: Schedules and Routes
Soekarno-Hatta Airport extended the temporary suspension of flight operations until 18:00 WIB due to the eruption and volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau. The airport is offering free bus services to affected passengers travelling to cities in Central and East Java.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:09 WIB
Haier Showcases AI-Based Smart Home Ecosystem at IFA 2026
Haier, the world's leading home appliances brand for 17 consecutive years, presented its AI-driven smart home ecosystem at IFA 2026 in Berlin under the theme 'Home of Intelligent Possibilities'. The exhibition featured adaptive washing machines, AI food storage, smart ovens and robotics, whilst the company also announced plans to invest at least EUR 13 billion over five years in AI, semiconductors and IoT security.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:08 WIB
BPJPH: Halal product assurance is part of national sovereignty
The head of the Halal Product Assurance Organising Body (BPJPH), Ahmad Haikal Hasan, has declared halal product assurance a matter of state sovereignty following the issuance of BPJPH Regulation No. 4 of 2026 on foreign halal products entering Indonesia. He argued that Indonesia must not merely serve as a market for foreign goods, but must be able to regulate, verify and supervise products circulating within its territory. He emphasised that the policy is not a trade barrier but a means of building orderly, fair and responsible commerce.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:07 WIB
Umrah Affected by Volcanic Ash from Anak Krakatau, Ministry of Hajj Asks PPIU to Accompany Pilgrims
The eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has disrupted numerous flights, including umrah pilgrimage journeys. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is continuously updating data on affected umrah flights and has instructed travel operators (PPIU) to ensure pilgrims receive information, accommodation, meals, transport and protection while journeys are delayed. Airport closures have been extended until 7 September 2026 as authorities prioritise flight safety.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:07 WIB
Former Ministry of Transport Official Set 5% Fee for Winner of Level Crossing Rail Project in Java-Sumatra
A former official at the Ministry of Transport, Harno Trimadi, allegedly demanded a 5% commitment fee from PT KAPM to secure the Java-Sumatra level crossing rail project for the 2022 fiscal year. The allegation emerged in an indictment read at the Central Jakarta Corruption Court against the KAI subsidiary, stemming from corruption committed by its former chief executive Yoseph Ibrahim, who was previously convicted separately.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:07 WIB
Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Closed Due to Anak Krakatau, Kertajati Airport Becomes Busy
Indonesia's Ministry of Transport has prepared alternative airports after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau forced the closure of Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma airports. Garuda Indonesia has diverted four flights to Kertajati Airport in West Java, while Singapore Airlines will land larger aircraft in Surabaya and Yogyakarta. Seven airports remain closed, though Atung Bungsu Airport in South Sumatra has reopened after testing negative for ash.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:06 WIB
Video: Bio Farma Chief on Raw Material Imports — Strategies to Cut Production Costs
Bio Farma's Chief Executive, Shadiq Akasya, has assured that the state pharmaceutical firm is strengthening national vaccine resilience before exporting vaccines abroad. The company is reducing reliance on imported raw materials through its subsidiary, PT Kimia Farma Sungwun Pharmacopia, which can now produce 19 active molecules domestically. Bio Farma is targeting its 2026 work plan by developing new vaccines, including those for HPV, typhoid, malaria and dengue fever.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:06 WIB
Prabowo Orders Strengthened Disaster Mitigation and Additional Budget
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed his cabinet to strengthen disaster mitigation through better equipment and larger budget allocations, citing Indonesia's position on the Pacific Ring of Fire. He called for a comprehensive master plan, additional helicopters, firefighting vehicles and excavators, and even the conversion of an Italian aircraft carrier into a helicopter and drone carrier for disaster response.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:05 WIB
Disaster Funds Unlimited, Purbaya: This Is Not for Frivolous Spending
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has stated that disaster management funding faces no budget cap, insisting such spending is not wasteful but aimed at easing public suffering. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) has nearly Rp 1 trillion ready, with additional funds available upon request, though no extra budget has yet been proposed.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:04 WIB
Indonesia Hit by String of Disasters, Prabowo Wants to Increase Mitigation Funds
President Prabowo Subianto has ordered a significantly larger budget allocation for disaster mitigation following a series of natural disasters, including the Flores earthquake, forest fires and the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Speaking at a limited virtual cabinet meeting on disaster management, he said Indonesia's position on the Ring of Fire makes such events a constant reality. Flights around the affected regions, including Sumatra and Java, have been temporarily closed due to ash from the eruption.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:04 WIB
Minister of Hajj Speaks on Umrah Pilgrims Stranded in Saudi Arabia Due to Krakatau Eruption
Minister of Hajj and Umrah Mochamad Irfan Yusuf said a number of Indonesian umrah pilgrims remain stranded in Saudi Arabia after eight airports closed following volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. He has deployed teams to monitor the situation, urged intending pilgrims to postpone departures, and noted some travellers were able to return via Kertajati airport while several airlines provided hotel compensation.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:04 WIB
Gerindra Legislator Meets Sinabung Evacuees, Ensures Residents' Needs Are Met
Ade Jona Prasetyo, a Gerindra Party MP and head of the party's North Sumatra branch, visited evacuees displaced by heightened activity at Mount Sinabung in Karo Regency, conveying President Prabowo Subianto's instruction that residents' needs be met. Some 650 people from 207 families are sheltering at an emergency post in Naman Teran District. He pledged mattresses, delivered food aid and masks, and coordinated with state utility PLN to restore electricity at the shelter.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:04 WIB
Viral Video of Student Answer on Whether 'MBG Should Continue': Majalengka Regent Sets the Record Straight
A video of Majalengka Regent Eman Suherman asking students whether the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme should be disbanded went viral, with students apparently agreeing. Suherman clarified that the clip was edited, saying the full video shows students wanted the programme to continue. He reaffirmed his support for President Prabowo Subianto's flagship MBG initiative.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:04 WIB
Pertamina sanctions 86 fuel stations in Sulawesi for rule violations
Pertamina has issued guidance sanctions against 86 public fuel stations across Sulawesi during 2026 for breaching operational rules. The move forms part of the state energy firm's ongoing supervision to ensure subsidised fuels are distributed accurately and not hoarded. The company also clarified that vehicle registration documents are not a requirement for purchasing subsidised fuel.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:04 WIB
Central Java Governor Covers Tuition and Boarding Costs for 172 NTT Students Affected by Earthquake
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has pledged assistance with tuition fees (UKT) and boarding costs for 172 students from East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) affected by the recent earthquake, during a visit to their lodging in Semarang. The provincial government is coordinating with the Education Office, Baznas and Bank Jateng, and has also distributed 172 food aid packages worth around Rp 43 million.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 14:04 WIB
Kebayoran Baru Police Distribute Masks in Anticipation of Volcanic Ash
Police from the Kebayoran Baru sector in South Jakarta handed out masks to passers-by on Monday to protect residents from potential health impacts of volcanic ash following the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Deputy Sector Chief Commissioner Sami Waskita Wiyata said the initiative was part of the police's readiness efforts and public service. Officers also urged residents to remain calm, wear masks outdoors, and follow official instructions.