Papua Forest Fires: Smog Engulfs Mimika, Local Government Seeks Central Aid
Smog from forest fires in Merauke, South Papua, has reached Mimika Regency, worsening air quality and increasing respiratory illnesses. Mimika Regent Johannes Rettob is urging the central government to intervene in extinguishing the fires and mitigating their impact.
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