457 Fires in Jakarta Over Two Months, West Jakarta Sees Highest Incidents
The Governor of Jakarta reported 457 fire incidents in the capital from July to August. West and East Jakarta recorded the highest numbers, with electrical short circuits, garbage burning, and careless smoking cited as primary causes. The prolonged dry season exacerbates the risk.
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