Riau Reports No Active Forest Fires After Weeks of Firefighting
Riau records no active forest and land fires as authorities continue monitoring fire-prone and peatland areas.
Riau's Disaster Mitigation Agency declared no active forest or land fires on Sunday, September 27, 2026, following weeks of firefighting efforts. The chief, Edy Afrizal, stated the blazes were under control. Despite the absence of active fires, authorities remained vigilant for potential flare-ups. Edy noted, "Thankfully, Riau has zero forest and land fires today.
There are no active fires we are handling." He emphasized the importance of continued monitoring, as conditions could change rapidly, with all personnel remaining on standby.
Continued efforts focused on preventing previously burned areas from reigniting through firefighting, cooling operations, and patrols. Meanwhile, Riau Police Public Relations Head, Senior Commissioner Akmadi, reiterated that the zero-fire status necessitated persistent prevention measures. Patrols and monitoring continued, especially in fire-prone and peatland regions.
Akmadi warned, "We must maintain zero forest and land fires today. Personnel continue to conduct patrols and prevention efforts." He stressed that vigilance must not wane, as fires could recur. The police also intensified preventive actions through public awareness campaigns and the reporting of any fire signs.
Akmadi highlighted the collaborative role of local governments, the military, police, the disaster agency, Manggala Agni, businesses, and communities in preventing fires from resurfacing. He emphasized, "Collaboration among local governments, the military and police, the disaster agency, Manggala Agni, businesses and communities remains key to preventing fires from recurring."
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