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Jakarta 1 month ago
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Jakarta tightens groundwater rule to curb subsidence
The city administration has tightened its ban on groundwater extraction in industrial zones and from beneath public roads to curb worsening land subsidence, but environmental groups warn the move may fall short without consistent enforcement and stricter oversight.
Jakarta 9 months ago
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North Jakarta braces for tidal flooding until end June
The national weather agency has advised residents in Jakarta's northern coastal regions to brace for tidal flooding until June 29, as the city’s disaster agency and the central government distribute aid to affected communities.
Archipelago 9 months ago
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Central Java to extend sea dike toll road to combat worsening tidal flooding
The hardest hit region is Sayung district, where nearly half of the 20 villages face daily tidal floods, usually between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. Floodwaters often rise as high as 30 centimeters and worsen during the rainy season.
National 5 years ago
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Coastal reservoirs can be a solution to water problems, says government
The government has identified the development of coastal reservoirs as a potential means of providing water for the public, as a growing population, coupled with threats posed by climate change, could strain the existing water supplies in densely populated areas.
