As per reports, two regions in South Sumatra, Ogan Komering Ilir and Ogan Ilir, have declared forest and land fire (karhutla) alert status as part of early preparedness measures ahead of the upcoming dry season.

• Provincial-level alert designation for South Sumatra is reportedly expected in the near term, which would expand coordination and readiness measures across the wider province.
• Authorities have indicated that the alert is preventive in nature, with the dry season forecast to commence in May and peak between July and September.
• The move is intended to strengthen inter-agency readiness, accelerate response capability, and reduce the likelihood of major wildfire escalation during the high-risk period.