BALINEWSID.COM, JAKARTA — The Jakarta Provincial Government has deployed water-mist trucks operated by the Environmental Agency (DLH) and the Parks and Urban Forestry Agency (Distamhut) across the capital to reduce dust caused by the spread of volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau.

The operation was carried out on Sunday (Sept. 6) following instructions from Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung. Water-mist spraying was conducted gradually along several major roads, depending on conditions on the ground.

In South Jakarta, the operation covered routes including Rasuna Said–Pejaten Village and the Plaza Semanggi–Cawang Bridge corridor via Gatot Subroto and MT Haryono. Similar water-mist operations were also deployed along major roads in other administrative areas of Jakarta.

The measure aims to prevent volcanic ash and dust from becoming airborne, maintain visibility for motorists and reduce public exposure to ash particles.

Jakarta Governor’s Special Staff for Social Communications, Chico Hakim, said the deployment had been carried out across the capital as part of the provincial government’s response to the spread of volcanic ash.

“Following Governor Pramono Anung’s instructions, we are moving across all city areas. DLH and Distamhut water-mist trucks have been deployed to suppress dust on the roads,” Chico said.

He also urged residents to follow the government’s 5M precautions: wear masks; keep doors and windows closed and protect water sources; limit outdoor activities unless necessary; clean volcanic ash by wetting it first; and immediately seek medical attention at a healthcare facility if health problems occur.

The Jakarta Provincial Government is also strengthening air-quality monitoring and coordinating with the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysical Agency (BMKG), the Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD), the Health Agency and other relevant authorities.

As an additional precautionary measure, schools across Jakarta will implement distance learning beginning Monday (Sept. 7).

Residents have been urged to remain calm and rely on official information from the Jakarta Provincial Government, Jakarta BPBD, BMKG and the Geological Agency. The public has also been warned against spreading unverified information regarding the volcanic ash.

Jakarta’s emergency service, 112, remains available to receive reports from residents.