TBS Foundation Disburses Aid for Residents Affected by the Jatiwaringin Landfill Fire through the Tangerang Regency PMI

JAKARTA - As a form of concern for the community affected by the fire at the Jatiwaringin Landfill, Tangerang Regency, the TBS Foundation distributed humanitarian assistance through the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) Tangerang Regency.

Based on the latest data, hundreds of residents have experienced health disorders in the form of Acute Respiratory Tract Infections (ISPA) due to exposure to smoke, while around more than 50 households consisting of 158 people have been evacuated to temporary evacuation sites to avoid the impact of the worsening air conditions.

According to Achmad Taufik, Head of the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Tangerang Regency, the fire occurred since Tuesday, June 30, 2026 morning. Of the total land area of 32 hectares, 15 hectares were affected by the fire. So far, 8 points have been successfully controlled, leaving 4 fire points that still need to be handled.

The assistance provided in the form of 200 boxes of masks, 60 Oxycan tubes, and food to help meet the needs of affected residents, especially due to exposure to smoke from fires that have occurred in recent days. Through collaboration with the Tangerang Regency PMI, it is hoped that the assistance can be channeled to the target community in need.

Through the network and experience of the Tangerang Regency PMI in handling emergencies, it is hoped that assistance can be distributed quickly and accurately to the community in need.

The Jatiwaringin landfill fire incident is a reminder that environmental challenges can quickly develop into a public health issue. In situations like this, a quick and collaborative response is important to minimize the impact felt by residents, while strengthening community resilience in the face of various environmental challenges.

"We from the Tangerang Regency PMI appreciate the trust and support provided by the TBS Foundation. This collaboration has greatly helped us in accelerating the distribution of assistance to affected communities, especially in emergency situations like this. We ensure that assistance can reach the most needy people quickly and accurately," said Hadi Fauzi, Head of the Tangerang Regency PMI Headquarters.

Anugraha Dezmercoledi, Executive Director of the TBS Foundation added that cross-sector collaboration is an important element in building a community that is more resilient to various challenges in the future.

"We hope that this assistance can help protect the health of affected residents and be part of a joint effort to strengthen community resilience. We believe that sustainable impact is born from concrete actions that are carried out collaboratively," he added.

For the TBS Foundation, sustainability is not only realized through long-term programs, but also through the ability to be present and collaborate when communities face the real impact of environmental challenges. With this spirit, the TBS Foundation will continue to support various initiatives that strengthen community resilience while contributing to a healthier, inclusive, and sustainable future.