The Jakarta Environmental Office said it has controlled the spread of fire in the Bantargebang Integrated Waste Treatment Site (TSPT) in Bekasi, West Java, on Sunday afternoon.

“The fire has been successfully localized and controlled. We coordinated with the Jakarta Fire Control and Rescue Office and the Bekasi City for the quick response in extinguishing the fire,” a representative confirmed.

According to the statement, several fire trucks were quickly deployed when the fire in Zone 2 of the Bantargebang landfill was reported at 2 p.m. local time.

Four water tanks from the Integrated Waste Management Unit (UPST), two firefighters from UPST, 15 firefighters from Jakarta, and four firefighters from Bekasi City were also deployed to control the fire.

A fire official stated that at least 60 firefighters from his side were involved in the extinguishing process.

In addition, the Jakarta Provincial Government sent several excavators to dredge the burning garbage and carry out watering.

“Thank God, in less than three hours, we managed to control the fire. Now, it is still a cooling process,” the representative said.

It was explained that, based on received information, the fire started at 2:15 p.m. at Zone 2 of the Bantargebang Site, right in front of the powerhouse and waste power plant.

Zone 2 is said to be an inactive zone and the fire might have started from dry garbage that was blown in by the wind.

The Jakarta Environmental Office still stationed a fleet of fire trucks at the site and is still investigating the cause of the fire, the total burned area, and the economic loss due to the incident.

Bantargebang Integrated Waste Treatment Site

The Bantargebang Integrated Waste Treatment Site is a massive landfill and waste management facility located in Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia. Opened in 1989, it serves as the primary disposal site for thousands of tons of daily waste from Jakarta, making it one of the largest landfills in Southeast Asia. In recent years, efforts have expanded to include waste-to-energy programs and improved environmental management to address its significant ecological impact.

Bekasi

Bekasi is a city located in West Java, Indonesia, on the eastern border of the capital Jakarta. Historically, it was part of the ancient Tarumanagara kingdom in the 5th century, with archaeological finds like the Ciaruteun inscription attesting to its early significance. Today, it is primarily known as a major industrial and residential satellite city, forming a key part of the greater Jakarta metropolitan area.

West Java

West Java is an Indonesian province on the island of Java, historically home to the powerful Sunda Kingdom and later a core region of the Dutch colonial empire. It is renowned for its diverse cultural heritage, including traditional Sundanese arts like *wayang golek* (puppetry) and *angklung* (bamboo music), and its capital, Bandung, is a major center of education and creativity. The province’s landscape is dominated by the volcanic peaks of the Parahyangan highlands and tea plantations, with key historical sites like the port of Sunda Kelapa and the ancient Batujaya temples.

Jakarta Environmental Office

The Jakarta Environmental Office is a municipal government agency responsible for managing environmental policies, waste, and green spaces in Indonesia’s capital. It was established to address the city’s significant urban environmental challenges, such as pollution and flooding, which have intensified with Jakarta’s rapid growth. Its work focuses on implementing sustainability programs and regulations to improve the city’s livability and ecological health.

Jakarta Fire Control and Rescue Office

The Jakarta Fire Control and Rescue Office (Suku Dinas Penanggulangan Kebakaran dan Penyelamatan) is the primary municipal agency responsible for firefighting and emergency response in Indonesia’s capital. Its history is intertwined with the city’s growth, evolving from colonial-era volunteer brigades into a modern professional service that manages the immense fire risks of a dense, rapidly expanding metropolis.

Bekasi City

Bekasi is a city in West Java, Indonesia, located on the eastern border of the capital, Jakarta. Historically, it was part of the 5th-century Tarumanagara kingdom, with archaeological finds like the **Bekasi Inscription** from that era. Today, it is primarily known as a major industrial center and a densely populated commuter city supporting the Jakarta metropolitan area.

Jakarta Provincial Government

The Jakarta Provincial Government is the administrative body governing Indonesia’s capital, with its headquarters at the City Hall complex. Historically, the modern provincial structure was solidified after Indonesian independence, though the city’s governance dates back to its days as the Dutch colonial capital of Batavia. It oversees the megacity’s administration, public services, and development from its central location in Central Jakarta.

Bantargebang landfill

Bantargebang landfill is a massive waste disposal site located in Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia, and is one of the largest landfills in Southeast Asia. It opened in 1989 and primarily serves the capital city of Jakarta, receiving thousands of tons of municipal solid waste daily. Over time, it has become a symbol of Indonesia’s severe waste management challenges, leading to environmental and health concerns for nearby communities.