Jakarta –
BPBD DKI Jakarta updated data on RTs in East Jakarta (East Jakarta) which were submerged flood the impact of the overflow of the Ciliwung River. Initially there were 5 RTs, now the number has increased to 7 RTs.
Head of BPBD DKI Jakarta Province, Isnawa Adji, said that the latest data was recorded at 21.00 WIB, Sunday (12/2/2023). According to him, the moderate to heavy rain that hit most areas of DKI Jakarta and its surroundings today caused an increase in the alert status of the Katulampa Dam to Alert 3 (Waspada) and Manggarai Watergate (Waspada) as well as inundation at several points in the DKI Jakarta area.
“BPBD recorded inundation that previously occurred in 5 RTs, now it is 7 RTs or 0.023% of the 30,470 RTs in the DKI Jakarta area,” Isnawa said in a written statement this evening.
The data for the East Jakarta area that is still inundated are as follows:
Cililitan Village
– Quantity: 1 RT
– Height: 30 cm
– Cause: Overflow of Ciliwung River
Chawang Village
– Total: 2 RTs
– Height: 30 cm
– Cause: Overflow of Ciliwung River
Bidara China Village
– Total: 2 RTs
– Height: 35 cm
– Cause: Overflow of Ciliwung River
Kampung Malay village
– Total: 2 RTs
– Height: 75 cm
– Cause: Overflow of Ciliwung River
Isnawa said the DKI Jakarta BPBD has deployed personnel to monitor inundation conditions in each area and coordinate elements from the SDA Service, Bina Marga Service, Gulkarmat Service to suck up the puddles and ensure the water lines function properly together with the local lurah and sub-district heads. The inundation is targeted to recede quickly.
“The DKI BPBD appeals to the public to remain vigilant and alert to potential inundation. In an emergency, immediately call telephone number 112. This service is free and operates 24 hours non-stop,” he added.
(fas/take)
