Jakarta –
A factory in the Rawalumbu area of the city caught fire. Thick black smoke rose high into the air.
The commander of Unit C of the Bekasi City Fire and Rescue Department stated that the fire was reported at 11:25 AM local time. At the time of the incident, employees saw flames already burning on the machine used for producing grease made from oil.
“The fire originated from the heater on the production machine. Attempts were made to extinguish it, but the flames grew larger. Employees immediately contacted the Bekasi City fire and rescue department,” he said to reporters on Monday, April 20, 2026.
The exact location of the fire is on Jalan Raya Siliwangi Km 9, Bojong Menteng. From received video footage, the blaze originated from one building. Thick black smoke billowed high into the sky.
Nine fire trucks were deployed to the location. The fire was extinguished by 2:20 PM local time.
“The situation is now safe,” he stated.
He reported that the burned area was approximately 50 square meters. There were no casualties in this fire incident.
Rawalumbu
Rawalumbu is a district located in Bekasi City, West Java, Indonesia. Historically, the area developed from a rural settlement into a residential and industrial hub as Bekasi expanded rapidly in the late 20th century. Today, it is known for its mix of housing complexes, local markets, and emerging urban infrastructure.
Bekasi
Bekasi is a city in West Java, Indonesia, located east of Jakarta. Historically part of the Tarumanagara and Sunda Kingdoms, it was an important site during the Dutch colonial era as a plantation area. Today, it is a densely populated industrial and residential suburb, serving as a major commuter hub for Jakarta.
Jalan Raya Siliwangi
Jalan Raya Siliwangi is a major thoroughfare located in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. Historically, it was named after Siliwangi, a legendary king of the Sunda Kingdom, and the road has long served as a vital commercial and transportation artery in the city. Today, it remains a bustling area lined with shops, offices, and historical landmarks, reflecting the blend of colonial and modern influences in Semarang.
Bojong Menteng
Bojong Menteng is a village in the Banten province of Indonesia, historically significant as the site of a Dutch colonial-era plantation and later a key location during the struggle for Indonesian independence. It is best known as the birthplace of the Laskar Rakyat (People’s Army) in 1945, where local fighters organized against Dutch forces. Today, it remains a rural area that preserves this revolutionary history through local monuments and community memory.
