Indonesia: Residents Suffer From Toxic Smoke of Massive Wildfires
Nearly 900,000 hectares have burned in Indonesia since the start of the year, releasing toxic fumes that are affecting the health of residents.
Indonesia is facing uncontrollable wildfires worsened by El Niño and the dry season. According to the Nusantara Atlas platform, nearly 900,000 hectares have gone up in smoke since the start of 2026, with the toll expected to worsen in the coming weeks.
The toxic fumes released by these mega-fires are poisoning the daily lives of residents, affecting their health and quality of life.
Sources
- Indonésie: le quotidien des habitants malades des fumées toxiques liées aux méga-feux — RFI — Français
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