Extreme Weather, Bali DKLH Bans Climbing To The Peak Of Mount Agung

Mount Agung (ANTARA)

JAKARTA - The Bali Forestry and Environment Agency (KLH) issued an official ban to climb Mount Agung, Karangsem Regency. Announcement launched through Circular (SE) Number B.24,500.4.1/95/UPTD.KPHBT/DKLH Year 2025 concerning the Risk Prevention of Climbing to Mount Agung In Extreme Weather Conditions. This prohibition departs from reports from various parties regarding increased safety risks due to heavy rain and storms in the crater peak area of Mount Agung. Acting (PLt) Head of the Bali KLH Service I Made Rentin in an official statement in Denpasar, Saturday, said the ban was valid during extreme weather conditions. The climbers are advised not to do climbing activities to Mount Agung during bad weather, such as heavy rain, storms, or other extreme weather potentials that can endanger safety,'' Rentin said as quoted from ANTARA, Saturday, January 11. At the second point, the Bali Ministry of Environment and Forestry provides an option, if climbers still want to climb to the Mount Agung are required to use local guide services because they are experienced and have knowledge of hiking trails as well as environmental conditions. Furthermore, climbers are asked to comply with all applicable rules and follow directions from officers at the climbing post to ensure safety during travel. Rentin directs that the climbers and tourists follow information about weather conditions from BMKG and climbing safety must always be considered. Socialization to the public and climbers regarding potential risks is also a priority for minimizing unwanted events,'' he said.

Head of the Regional Technical Implementation Unit (UPTD) of the East Bali Forest Management Unit, Made Maha Widyartha, was appointed as the contact, where he could be contacted via telephone number 0812651052 to provide further information. "We hope that all relevant parties can fully support and carry out this appeal," said Rentin. To uphold integrity, the Bali Provincial Government in this direction claims not to accept any kind of giving to individuals or institutions. ," Rentin said.