Fire Spreads in Makaeling Plantation, ERT Gosowong Assists in Extinguishment

A fire has broken out in the Makaeling plantation, located near Gosowong in North Maluku. According to a report by Sindonews on September 1, 2026, the Gosowong Emergency Response Team (ERT) has joined the firefighting efforts and is providing assistance. Details regarding the cause of the fire, the size of the plantation, and the extent of the damage have not yet been disclosed. The ERT Gosowong is an organization responsible for responding to emergencies in the region and is presumed to have quickly deployed to the scene upon the fire's outbreak. In Indonesia, fires in plantations and forests tend to occur frequently, especially during the dry season. These fires are often attributed to human factors, such as land clearing using open burning. The fire at the Makaeling plantation may also be related to such circumstances. The involvement of ERT Gosowong in firefighting efforts suggests that the fire was of a considerable scale. Further information is awaited to clarify the status of the fire's containment and its impact on the local community. Source: Sindonews