Although East Kalimantan is currently experiencing the rainy season, several locations have still not received rains in a few days.
Class II Kupang Climatology Station warned the public of the impacts of drought after a long streak of days without rain.
A herd of wild elephants ransacked a replanting area in Alue Rubek Gampong Gunong Buloh, Panga District, Aceh Jaya Regency. The herd has occupied the area since two days ago.
The activity was part of Hutan Merdeka IV program.
The wind potential is reportedly related to the Australian monsoon.
A tree trunk fell on the team's camp.
The seven areas are asked to prepare for imminent drought.
BMKG previously predicted that the peak of dry season will occur in August.
The regent asked all elements to understand the serious impacts of forest and land fires, especially during the dry season.
The cases are in several places under Riau police jurisdiction. "Our commitment is clear, Riau must be free from smoke disasters."
BPBD Riau has been working with the military, the police, and forest fire control unit Manggala Agni.
Fires in the six regencies usually start in May and will reach their peak period in October.
BMKG also warned the public against doing any activities that can trigger fires.
Information about the 13 hotspots were immediately communicated to all concerning agencies.
"It's in a form of incentive."
Five water pumps were deployed to the locations to assist the effort.
Residents are allowed to utilize plants within venerated forests only after holding a ritual at a temple close to the forests. Some plants are even marked to be used for only religious ritual or medical care purposes
Walhi also recommended the formulation of a climate change law to help authorities deal with current environmental challenges.
The cause of fire is still unknown.
BMKG has issued early warning of forest and land fires in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) as dry season approaches.
