Flooding Affects Jakarta Residents

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung noted that extreme weather is expected to continue for one week, requiring coordination between Jakarta, Bodetabek, West Java, and Banten provincial governments. South Jakarta and North Jakarta are among the most affected areas. Reports indicate 115 flood incidents and four submerged roads across the region. Coordination between water departments and local village committees is necessary for resident evacuation and basic needs provision. The Indonesian Bureau of Meteorology (BBB) recorded 115 flood incidents and the submersion of four roads. Heavy rainfall caused water levels to rise between 40 and 50 centimeters in parts of Jakarta. Resident Sunario stated the flooding occurred because river embankments could not withstand the rising water levels. The flooding has impacted activities in RT12 and RT16 within RW4. The report was filed by Ridwan Maulana from Tangerang. The water began entering homes on Monday. Water levels reached between 40 and 50 centimeters, impacting local resident activities. Floodwaters entered homes starting yesterday following heavy rain in the region.