National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB)

The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) is Indonesia's primary body responsible for coordinating disaster management, including prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. Its role is crucial in a country highly susceptible to natural disasters due to its geographical location. Recently, the BNPB has been involved in efforts to combat wildfires, notably in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in East Java. News reports show the agency releasing photos of firefighters working to extinguish a fire that burned approximately 60 hectares of vegetation near Mount Bromo. The agency's involvement highlights its active role in managing and mitigating the impact of such events, including the secondary effects like smoke that can lead to school closures. The BNPB's ongoing operations underscore its significance in protecting Indonesian citizens and natural resources from the devastating effects of disasters.