Heavy rains on Sunday, January 18, 2026, caused flooding in multiple areas of Jakarta, Indonesia. As of 7:00 a.m. Western Indonesian Time (WIB), the Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) reported that 16 neighborhood units (RTs) and 10 roads were affected by the inundation.
Impact Across Jakarta
West Jakarta experienced the most significant impact, with 13 RTs flooded. Water levels in Kedaung Kali Angke Village reached 45–60 cm in eight RTs, while Tegal Alur Village saw 30–40 cm of water across four RTs, and Jelambar Village reported 25 cm of flooding in one RT. North Jakarta also saw flooding in two RTs, with water reaching 30 centimeters in both Ancol Village and West Pademangan Village.
East Jakarta was affected in one RT within the Rawa Terate sub-district, where floodwaters reached 40 cm. Beyond residential areas, ten roads were also inundated, with water depths ranging from 10 cm on Industri VI Street to 70 cm on Karang Bolong Raya Street.
Road Closures and Disruptions
The following roads were reported as flooded:
- Green Garden Housing Complex Street (West Jakarta) – 15 cm
- Pangeran Tubagus Angke Street (West Jakarta) – 20 cm
- Pangeran Tubagus Angke Raya Street (West Jakarta) – 20 cm
- West Outer Ring Road Street (West Jakarta) – 20 cm
- Karang Bolong Raya Street (North Jakarta) – 70 cm
- Sepatan Village Street (North Jakarta) – 30 cm
- Cakung Cilincing Raya Street (North Jakarta) – 20 cm
- Daan Mogot KM 13 Street (West Jakarta) – 15 cm
- Boulevard Barat Street (North Jakarta) – 15 cm
- Industri VI Street (Central Jakarta) – 10 cm
As of Sunday morning, 29 people, comprising 12 families, were evacuated from Tegal Alur Village in West Jakarta and are temporarily sheltered at the Alur Anggrek Child-Friendly Integrated Public Space (RPTRA).
The Jakarta BPBD is working with the Water Resources (SDA) Agency, the Public Works Agency, and the Fire and Rescue Agency to monitor conditions, pump floodwaters, maintain drainage, and provide aid to those affected. The agency is prioritizing a rapid response to the flooding.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many areas of Jakarta were affected by the flooding?
According to the Jakarta BPBD, 16 neighborhood units (RTs) and 10 roads were affected by the flooding as of 7:00 a.m. WIB on January 18, 2026.
Which area of Jakarta was most impacted?
West Jakarta was the most affected area, with 13 RTs inundated. Water levels in Kedaung Kali Angke Village reached 45–60 cm.
Where are evacuees being sheltered?
Twelve families, or 29 people, evacuated from Tegal Alur Village in West Jakarta are temporarily sheltered at the Alur Anggrek Child-Friendly Integrated Public Space (RPTRA).
As Jakarta authorities work to address the current flooding, it remains to be seen what further measures may be taken to mitigate the impact of heavy rainfall and prevent similar events in the future.
