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Indonesia battles growing wildfires as Mount Bromo blaze spreads
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Trisnadi And Niniek Karmini, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the situation are available from KSAT 12's source.
In Indonesia, a growing number of wildfires is being combated by authorities. The country has deployed helicopters and hundreds of firefighters to battle the blazes. The wildfires have burned a significant amount of land, with over 107,000 hectares affected.
A large blaze is currently burning in a national park in East Java province, prompting its closure to visitors. Further details on the situation are available from KSAT 12's source. The unusually dry season is contributing to the spread of the wildfires, which are being fought by scores of firefighters and disaster personnel.
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Category: safety Published: August 10, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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