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Indonesia Battles Surge in Forest Fires Amid Declining Hotspot Numbers
Indonesian authorities are combating a sharp increase in forest and land fires, with West Kalimantan reporting nearly double the number of hotspots earlier this week. Despite the regional surge, national monitoring agencies report an overall decline in active fire points as containment efforts continue.
31 Aug, 11:42 — 31 Aug, 12:44
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Indonesia battles surge in forest fires as West Kalimantan hotspots nearly double on Monday (Aug 31) - The Star
Indonesia battles surge in forest fires as West Kalimantan hotspots nearly double on Monday (Aug 31) The Star
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Indonesia stays alert as forest fire hotspots decline
Indonesia is maintaining heightened vigilance against forest and land fires despite a decline in satellite-detected ...
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