Four killed as Indonesia battles worst forest fires in more than a decade
Summary
Four people died while fighting a wildfire in a national park on Java island, Indonesia, during the country's worst forest fires in over ten years. These fires have created thick haze affecting neighboring countries and have led Indonesia’s president to accept help from other nations.Key Facts
- Four firefighters died in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park on East Java island.
- Two others were seriously injured and are receiving medical treatment.
- The fires are the worst Indonesia has seen in more than a decade.
- Thick haze from the fires has spread to nearby countries like Malaysia and Singapore.
- Satellite data showed 799 high-confidence hotspots across Indonesia, an increase from the previous day.
- President Prabowo Subianto approved aid from neighboring countries to help fight the fires.
- Malaysia and Singapore have offered assistance, including helicopters and personnel.
- The fires caused health problems, school closures, and criticism of Indonesia’s response efforts.
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