Jakarta continues to grapple with severe flooding, with 21 neighborhood units (RT) across the capital still inundated as of [current date]. East Jakarta (Jaktim) remains the hardest-hit area, according to reports from local disaster management agencies.
Impact and Affected Areas
- East Jakarta: 12 RTs submerged, particularly in districts like Cipinang Melayu, Pondok Bambu, and Duren Sawit. Floodwaters reach up to 1.5 meters in some areas.
- Other Regions:
- South Jakarta: 4 RTs in Kebayoran Lama and Cilandak.
- West Jakarta: 3 RTs in Kembangan and Cengkareng.
- North Jakarta: 2 RTs near Pluit and Penjaringan.
Residents in low-lying areas have been forced to evacuate, with many relying on rubber boats to access basic supplies. Local health posts have reported cases of skin infections and diarrhea due to prolonged exposure to polluted floodwaters.
Causes and Challenges
- Heavy Rainfall: Days of intense rain overwhelmed drainage systems.
- Poor Infrastructure: Clogged canals and inefficient water pumps worsened the situation.
- Tidal Flooding: High tides in the North Jakarta coastal areas hindered drainage.
Government Response
- Emergency Aid: The Jakarta Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD DKI) distributed food, clean water, and hygiene kits.
- Pumping Stations: Deployed additional pumps in East Jakarta, though progress remains slow.
- Long-Term Solutions: Governor Heru Budi Hartono reiterated plans to accelerate normalization of major rivers like the Ciliwung.
Resident Reactions
“We’ve been stuck here for three days. The water won’t recede, and our children can’t go to school,” said Andi, a resident of Cipinang Melayu. Others criticized the city’s recurring flood issues, calling for better infrastructure maintenance.
Weather Outlook
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) warned of continued moderate to heavy rainfall in Greater Jakarta over the next week, urging residents to stay vigilant.
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