Inp.polri.go.id - Balikpapan. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, reported a significant decline in hotspots in East Kalimantan, plummeting from 383 on Wednesday to 202 on Thursday.

Diyan Novrida, the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG)'s Data and Information Coordinator in Balikpapan, emphasized on Friday (19/4/2024 the continuous monitoring of hotspots throughout the day.

Authorities were promptly notified about the hotspot distribution, including the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), Manggala Agni, Fire Society, and Fire Rescue and Extinguishing Agencies.

Despite the decrease, Diyan stressed the importance of remaining vigilant to prevent forest and land fires, especially given the ongoing hot weather increasing fire risks, as reported by antaranews.com