Mandalika Circuit Safe from Flooding Despite Extreme Weather

Central Lombok (ANTARA) - Extreme weather conditions in the Special Economic Zone (KEZ) area of West Nusa Tenggara did not cause flooding at the Pertamina Mandalika Circuit. “Although extreme weather hit the Mandalika Circuit area, the track conditions remained well-maintained,” said the Director General of the Mandalika Grand Prix Association (MGPA), Priandi Satria, in Central Lombok, Tuesday. Extreme weather struck the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit area in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, from Monday (23rd February) to Tuesday (24th February). Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds hit the Central Lombok area on Tuesday (24th February 2026) from morning to afternoon. “There was no standing water on the main track; the water that was seen came from areas outside the circuit and flowed to the edge of the track. The circuit’s drainage system functioned optimally in draining water and keeping the track surface free from excessive water,” he said. In the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit area, rain began to fall on Monday morning and reached its highest intensity on Tuesday at around 10:00 am local time. The heavy rain and strong winds lasted for about 45 minutes to an hour and temporarily limited visibility. The extreme weather caused flooding on several roads in Kuta Mandalika, Pujut, Central Lombok. The circuit’s operational team immediately carried out rapid response measures by clearing debris, using high-pressure washers and blowers at several points, and securing circuit branding boards that were affected by the strong winds. “As the intensity of the rain began to subside, the process of tidying up the circuit area was carried out thoroughly,” he said. The Track Maintenance team began to repair and treat areas of the track that had been affected by the high rainfall. The work focused on the run-off area of Turn 1, the apex of Turn 2, and several water crossing points on the track that were affected by water runoff. In addition, the team also repaired promotional materials and ACP materials that had been affected and blown away by the strong winds. After the repair process, a re-inspection of the track was carried out using a safety car to ensure that the cleanliness, tidiness, and safety aspects of the track met operational standards. “The Mandalika Circuit track was declared clear and safe for use, and was immediately used for racing activities,” he said. “We ensured that all circuit support systems, including the drainage system and the readiness of the operational team, were in optimal condition to face extreme weather,” he said. Copyright © ANTARA 2026 It is strictly prohibited to take content, crawl or automatically index for AI on this website without written permission from the ANTARA News Agency.