Indonesia's wildfires scorch 3 million hectares, trigger 400,000 respiratory infections
Indonesia experienced its fiercest wildfires in a decade this year, exacerbated by El Niño and climate change, burning nearly 3 million hectares. The resulting toxic smog caused 400,000 respiratory infections, affecting particularly vulnerable populations. Authorities face pressure as conditions worsen, prompting calls for a national emergency declaration amidst ongoing fire activity.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 04:00 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 04:30 UTC
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