BMKG: Beware of maximum temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius

The Indonesian Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics (BMKG) has urged residents in several regions to remain vigilant and anticipate the impacts of daily maximum temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius.

BMKG Director of Public Meteorology, Ida Pramuwardani, reported in information received in Jakarta on Monday that, based on observations, the highest air temperature recorded within the last 24 hours reached 37 degrees Celsius at the Sultan Hasanuddin Meteorological Station in Maros Regency, South Sulawesi.

At the same time, BMKG meteorological teams also detected maximum temperatures ranging between 36.4 and 36.6 degrees Celsius, peaking at midday (12:00 local time).

These high-temperature conditions were detected across several monitoring areas, including the Kalimarau Meteorological Station in Berau, East Kalimantan; the Beringin Muara Taweh Station in North Barito, Central Kalimantan; and stations in South Kalimantan, Central Java, South Sumatra, and the Kertajati Meteorological Station in Majalengka, West Java.

These conditions are reported to be related to minimal cloud cover and the apparent movement of the sun positioned over the equator. However, based on BMKG observations, these conditions remain within the normal category and do not impact seasonal changes in Indonesia.

To reduce the impact of these high temperatures, BMKG advises the public to consume sufficient and regular amounts of drinking water to avoid dehydration, particularly when engaging in outdoor activities.

Furthermore, the agency recommends using protection such as hats or umbrellas to shield the head and upper body, sunglasses to protect the eyes, and, if necessary, sunscreen to protect the skin from ultraviolet (UV) exposure.

The BMKG Directorate of Meteorology also reminded the public not to engage in any unauthorised burning of land in forest areas or waste disposal sites.

On the other hand, local governments are expected to carry out land watering to reduce the potential for fires caused by intense sunlight in forest areas, lands, and final waste disposal sites.

BMKG ensures that the public can access up-to-date daily information regarding heat temperature analyses via the infoBMKG online application, the @infobmkg social media account, or by contacting the nearest BMKG office directly.