Extreme Weather Alert: Fallen Tree Post on Standby 24 Hours
Reported by Aldi Geri Lumban Tobing | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
The Jakarta Parks and City Forests Agency has set up a 24-hour fallen tree post to face the extreme weather predicted to last until the end of December.
Make sure all fleet and tools are always in ready condition
Jakarta Parks and City Forest Agency Head, Fajar Sauri said, the post located throughout the city become the front line of rapid response when trees lean, break, or fall due to increased rainfall intensity and the potential for strong winds.
According to him, BMKG has issued a warning of increased rainfall intensity, potential strong winds, and extreme rain that could occur sporadically until the end of December 2025.
Jakarta Preps for Extreme Weather through February 2026"This weather dynamics can put additional pressure on big trees, especially those that have aged, have fragile trunk structures, or are located in vulnerable areas," he expressed, Monday (11/17).
His party also coordinated with the sub-district and urbam village offices for early detection reports of leaning, broken, or interfering trees with public facilities.
"All reports received through the official complaint channels are followed up by the field team within a maximum of 24 hours, especially for trees at risk of falling during extreme weather seasons," he explained.
He emphasized the importance of preparedness and unity among personnel, as well as strengthening communication between regions.
"Make sure all fleet and tools are always in ready condition. When an emergency occurs, all personnel must act quickly and support each other for the safety of the residents," he explained.
As part of preparedness, all falling tree posts at the provincial and city levels are confirmed to be on full alert and available 24 hours a day:
1. Distamhut Post — Suriadih (0857-7388-5599)
2. Central Jakarta Tamhut Sub-agency Post — Hasan Sidik (0857-1892-1759)
3. North Jakarta Tamhut Sub-agency Post — Kadir (0852-8147-3023)
4. West Jakarta Tamhut Sub-agency Post — Adji Okta (0896-7001-4107)
5. South Jakarta Tamhut Sub-agency Post — Syaiful (0896-1607-5173)
6. East Jakarta Tamhut Sub-agency Post — Yudha (0822-4974-5016)
