JAKARTA - The weather in the Banten region in early May is expected to be less friendly, with the potential for heavy rain that can occur evenly in a number of areas. This condition is in line with the increasing atmospheric activity that affects the formation of rain clouds in the next few days.
The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) reminds the public to be alert to the potential for extreme weather that may occur from May 3 to 8, 2026. Head of the Regional Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Center II, Hartanto, said, "his party predicts that several atmospheric phenomena that are currently active have the potential to trigger moderate to heavy rain with lightning / petir and strong winds in Banten Province. "
He explained that in the period from May 3 to 5, 2026, there was the potential for heavy to very heavy rain in a number of areas, such as the southern Pandeglang Regency, the central and southern Lebak Regency, the southern Tangerang Regency, and the South Tangerang City.
In addition, moderate to heavy rain is also likely to occur in the western and southern parts of Serang Regency, including Serang City, Pandeglang Regency, Lebak Regency, Central and North Tangerang Regency, and Tangerang City.
Entering the period from May 6-8, 2026, he added, "be aware of moderate to heavy intensity rain that has the potential to occur in the northern Pandeglang Regency, Lebak Regency and South Tangerang Regency".
Not only rain, the public is also asked to be aware of the potential for medium-sized sea waves with a height of around 1.25 to 2.5 meters. This condition has the potential to occur in the Sunda Strait in the western part of Pandeglang, the waters south of Pandeglang, and the waters south of Lebak.
Facing this condition, the BMKG appeals to the public to remain calm but alert, especially those in areas prone to hydrometeorological disasters such as floods, landslides, flash floods, and fallen trees.
In addition, residents are also advised to take anticipatory steps to keep activities safe, such as ensuring that water channels are not blocked, avoiding flood-prone areas, and securing important items.
BMKG also reminded the public to always monitor official information and not easily believe in information that does not have a clear source.
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