JAKARTA: As of February 1, 2025, Jakarta faces significant environmental challenges due to severe drought conditions impacting the city. The prolonged dry spell has led to water shortages, affecting both residents and local agriculture.
Authorities report that the lack of rainfall has resulted in decreased water levels in reservoirs, prompting concerns about water supply for the upcoming months. The Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has indicated that the drought is part of a broader climatic pattern affecting Southeast Asia.
Residents are experiencing increased difficulties in accessing clean water, with many relying on water delivery services, which have seen a surge in demand. Local farmers are also struggling, as crops have begun to wither due to insufficient irrigation.
The government is urging citizens to conserve water and has initiated programs aimed at improving water management practices. However, the effectiveness of these measures remains to be seen as the region braces for the possibility of continued dry conditions.
Experts warn that without significant rainfall, the situation could worsen, leading to potential food shortages and increased competition for water resources among residents.