Full Breakdown
Deadly Haze: Indonesia’s September 2026 Wildfire Smoke Crisis

In this breakdown
See what happened, why it matters and the evidence behind it.
Escalating Mortality in September
Background: Drought, El Niño and Peatland Burning
Key Data and Mortality Estimates
Government Response
Criticism of Preparedness
Conflicting Estimates and Gaps
On-the-Ground Health Impact
