Jakarta Heavy Rain This Morning, 8 Roads Flooded

Illustration-Vehicles pass on the road (DOK Diah Ayu/VOI)

JAKARTA - The DKI Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) recorded 8 roads in West Jakarta, North Jakarta, and South Jakarta were flooded due to heavy rain pouring over Jakarta this morning.

"As of 10.00 WIB, BPBD recorded that currently there are 1 RT and 8 roads flooded," said Head of the BPBD DKI Jakarta Data Center M. Yohan in his statement, Thursday, January 22.

The height of the water on the flooded road varies up to 50 centimeters. The following is the list:

1. Jalan Gaya Motor Raya, Kel. Sungai Bambu, North Jakarta

Height: 30 centimeters

2. Jalan Gaya Motor 1, Kel. Sungai Bambu, North Jakarta

Height: 30 centimeters

3. Jalan Gaya Motor 2, Kel. Sungai Bambu, North Jakarta

Height: 50 centimeters

4. Jalan Gaya Motor 3, Kel. Sungai Bambu, North Jakarta

Height: 10 centimeters

5. Jl. Srengseng Raya, Kel. Srengseng, West Jakarta

Height: 20 centimeters

6. Jl. Daan Mogot KM 13 (Seberang Victoria/glass factory), Kel. Cengkareng Timur, West Jakarta

Height: 25 centimeters

7. Jl. Fly Over Pesing, Kel. Kedaung Kali Angke, West Jakarta

Height: 10 centimeters

8. Jl Pulo Raya IV RT 6 RW 1, Kel. Petogogan, South Jakarta

Height: 10 centimeters

Meanwhile, 1 RT in West Jakarta has been submerged in flood, namely in South Sukabumi Village with a water height of 40 centimeters.

Currently, the BPBD DKI Jakarta is deploying personnel to monitor the condition of the puddles in each area and coordinate the elements of the Water Resources Agency, the Road Construction Agency, the Gulkarmat Agency to carry out the suction of puddles and ensure that the water lines function properly together with the local sub-district heads and sub-district heads as well as prepare basic needs for survivors.

"The puddles are targeted to recede quickly. BPBD DKI appeals to the public to remain cautious and alert to the potential of puddles," he said.