BPBD Warns of Potential Extreme Weather from January 26 to February 1
Reported by Aldi Geri Lumban Tobing | Translated by Rizky Mawardi
Jakarta Regional Disaster Handling Agency (BPBD) issued an early warning of potential extreme weather in the Jakarta area from January 26 to February 1, 2026.
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Based on information from the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the Jakarta area is predicted to experience light to heavy rain with the potential to cause hydrometeorological impacts.
Head of Jakarta BPBD, Isnawa Adji said the public is urged to increase their vigilance and preparedness in facing the potential for extreme weather.
Legislator Backs River Normalization to Tackle Floods"Preparedness is important in minimizing the risk of disasters, especially floods and inundation," he said, Monday (1/26).
The agency also encourages the public to regularly monitor developments through various official information channels, such as monitoring water levels at bpbd.jakarta.go.id/waterlevel and flood updates at pantaubanjir.jakarta.go.id. The public is also advised to prepare emergency supplies such as umbrellas or raincoats and disaster preparedness bags.
Isnawa reminded the public to immediately contact the Jakarta Siaga 112 call center in emergencies or if they need assistance. This service operates 24 hours a day and is free of charge.
"The agency ensures that cross-agency coordination continues to be carried out to anticipate the impact of extreme weather in Jakarta," he stated.
