Indonesia overwhelmed by wildfires as international aid effort takes shape
Fires in Sumatra and Borneo, described as the worst in eleven years, have sent toxic smoke across neighboring countries including Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines and Vietnam, RFI reported.
Indonesia is struggling to contain wildfires that have been burning for weeks in parts of Sumatra and Borneo, according to RFI, which said international aid is now being organized.
RFI reported that the fires are the most intense Indonesia has experienced in eleven years, with toxic smoke creating unhealthy air conditions in neighboring Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines and even Vietnam.
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