Indonesia wildfire live updates: Toxic haze spreads to Malaysia and Philippines
Indonesia is facing a severe wildfire crisis, with over 180 active fires reported across Sumatra and Kalimantan. The resulting toxic haze has begun to spread to neighboring Malaysia and the Philippines, prompting a massive deployment of emergency personnel.
Why it matters
The surge in wildfires, exacerbated by climate conditions, poses significant environmental and public health risks across Southeast Asia.
In Sumatra and Kalimantan, with the majority of them spread across West and Central Kalimantan provinces.
They have been burning for weeks, with authorities recording a massive surge of hotspot and active fires in August.
How much land has been destroyed by the fires?
According to data from the Forestry Ministry, 107,465 hectares burned between January and July this year. This is a 110% increase from the same period in 2023, when El Nino last hit Indonesia.
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