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Indonesia Closes Bromo Park After 743-Hectare Blaze

8/11/2026

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Indonesia Battles Fires

Indonesia deployed 5,800 firefighters and 43 helicopters, three of which fought a 540-hectare blaze in Jambi.
Coordinating Minister Djamari Chaniago said the fire in Bromo Tengger Semeru Park has scorched 743 hectares and closed the park.
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni said crews will use water-bombing and teams because cloud-seeding is unavailable on Aug. 18.
Malaysia reported air in Sarawak while Singapore warned southeast winds could carry smoke toward the city-state.

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Park Operator Refunds

Park operator posted on Instagram that ticket holders can request refunds while the park stays closed.
Authorities said the blaze was ignited by land-clearing work, part of illegal clearing that often sparks wildfires.
In the first half of 2026 the country lost over 107,000 hectares to fire, again more than double 2023.
The prolonged closure of the major tourist site is expected to cut local tourism revenue and hurt nearby businesses.

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Indonesia Battles Fires

Indonesia deployed 5,800 firefighters and 43 helicopters, three of which fought a 540-hectare blaze in Jambi.
Coordinating Minister Djamari Chaniago said the fire in Bromo Tengger Semeru Park has scorched 743 hectares and closed the park.
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni said crews will use water-bombing and teams because cloud-seeding is unavailable on Aug. 18.
Malaysia reported air in Sarawak while Singapore warned southeast winds could carry smoke toward the city-state.

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