Indonesia is grappling with its worst forest fires and toxic haze in over a decade, causing severe air pollution and health risks across the region.
01Summary
- 01The fires are described as the most severe in 11 years.
- 02Toxic haze has spread across parts of Indonesia and neighbouring countries.
- 03The fires are driven by dry weather and land-clearing practices.
- 04Authorities are deploying water-bombing aircraft and cloud-seeding to combat the blazes.
02Why it matters
The toxic haze poses serious health risks to millions, disrupting daily life and economic activities, and straining emergency services.
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