Borneo faces severe haze crisis

Wildfires in Indonesia, fueled by drought conditions and a Super El Niño, have burned approximately 1.9 million hectares across the country, creating a toxic haze that has affected Indonesia and neighboring Southeast Asian countries. The smoke contains harmful pollutants, microparticles, and greenhouse gases, leading to hundreds of thousands of respiratory illnesses, many affecting young children and vulnerable populations. Despite extensive firefighting efforts, including aerial waterbombing and deploying large personnel numbers, the fires continue to burn, especially on peatlands that require extensive water to extinguish; residents remain indoors and face ongoing health risks.

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