Monitoring the 2026 Eid Return Flow, PMI Tangsel Prepares 6 Health Posts Operating 24 Hours Non-Stop
The Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) in South Tangerang City (Tangsel) has prepared six health posts operating 24 hours a day to monitor the smooth flow of the 2026 Eid return traffic. This step is taken to anticipate the surge in movement of revellers passing through the capital’s buffer region after Idulfitri.
Deputy Chairman of PMI South Tangerang City, Tubagus Asep Nurdin, explained that the posts are placed at strategic points prone to congestion and accidents. Each post is reinforced by 15 personnel working in shifts.
“All our posts are fully prepared, supported by ambulance fleets, operational vehicles, and motorbikes to reach congestion points that are difficult for cars to access,” said Asep in his statement on Tuesday (24/3/2026).
As of Monday night, PMI’s field medical teams reported handling five accident incidents. From these events, 12 people suffered minor injuries, while one was reported dead.
Based on a preliminary evaluation, physical fatigue is the main trigger for health issues and traffic accidents among revellers entering South Tangerang.
“The majority of cases we handled are minor injuries due to fatigue and lack of focus. This indicates that tiredness remains the primary risk in this year’s return flow,” said Asep.
In its operations, PMI Tangsel closely collaborates with the TNI-Polri, Health Department, and Transportation Department. Asep assured that the medical referral system is directly integrated with local hospitals and community health centres to speed up emergency handling.
“Cross-sector synergy is running very well. We are integrated with police security posts and supported by responsive medical referral facilities,” he added.
Concluding his statement, PMI urged revellers not to push themselves during the journey. Asep asked the public to pull over immediately and use the available health posts if they feel a decline in physical condition.
“We urge revellers to rest if they feel tired. Safety must remain the top priority to return home safely,” Asep concluded.