Extreme Weather Advisory: Indonesia Braces for Heavy Rains and Storms at Year’s End
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.TV – The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has issued an early warning for extreme weather conditions expected to hit Indonesia from December 27, 2024, to January 2, 2025.
According to BMKG, various atmospheric phenomena are anticipated to affect the weather in Indonesia over the next week. The strengthening of the Asian monsoon, coupled with a weak La Niña effect, is expected to bring increased rainfall to the region. Additionally, active atmospheric waves have been predicted in several parts of Indonesia, along with a potential for tropical cyclone formation and cyclonic circulation in the Indian Ocean south of the Maritime Continent. These factors could lead to heavy rainfall and strong winds, causing hydrometeorological disasters in several regions across Indonesia.
In light of these potential extreme weather conditions, BMKG urges the public to:
- Anticipate hydrometeorological disaster risks such as floods, landslides, and waterlogging, especially in high-risk areas.
- Clean up drains and surroundings to minimize flood risks.
- Avoid activities in high-risk areas and prepare emergency kits.
Stay updated on the latest weather information through official BMKG channels, such as the website (www.bmkg.go.id), social media (@infobmkg), or the infoBMKG application.
Weather Outlook and Early Warning
BMKG predicts heavy rain, possibly accompanied by lightning/thunderstorms and strong winds, from December 27, 2024, to January 2, 2025, in the following areas:
Moderate to Very Heavy Rain Potential:
Aceh, Sumatera Utara, Sumatera Barat, Riau, Jambi, Sumatera Selatan, Kepulauan Bangka Belitung, Banten, Jakarta, Jawa Barat, Jawa Tengah, DI Yogyakarta, Jawa Timur, Bali, Nusa Tenggara Barat, most of Kalimantan, Sulawesi Utara, Gorontalo, Sulawesi Tengah, Sulawesi Barat, Sulawesi Tenggara, Sulawesi Selatan, Maluku, Maluku Utara, Papua Barat Daya, Papua Barat, Papua Tengah, Papua Pegunungan, Papua Selatan, and Papua.
Heavy to Very Heavy Rain Potential:
Riau, Jakarta, Jawa Barat, Jawa Tengah, DI Yogyakarta, Jawa Timur, Bali, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Sulawesi Utara, Sulawesi Tengah.
Strong Wind Potential:
Lampung, Banten, Jakarta, Jawa Barat, Jawa Tengah, DI Yogyakarta, Jawa Timur, and Sulawesi Selatan.
Indonesians are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions during this period to ensure safety and minimize potential damages from the impending extreme weather conditions.
