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Wildfires in Indonesia Destroy Hundreds of Homes

Wildfires in the Bangka Belitung province of Indonesia spread from a village fire into nearby residential neighborhoods, destroying about 300 houses.

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Fire started Saturday in Serdang village and grew due to wind.

Around 300 homes were completely burned.

500 residents were moved to safe locations such as a school and a mosque.

Helpers provided tents, meals, water and clothing.

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Strong winds, dry peatland soil and limited water made the fire hard to control.

Approximately 500 people were evacuated to a school and a mosque, and emergency workers set up temporary shelters and a public kitchen.

Aid organisations distributed food, water and clothing to those affected.

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5 words

wildfire

A large, uncontrolled fire that spreads through forests or grasslands.

evacuation

The process of moving people away from a dangerous area to a safer place.

peatland

A type of wetland with thick, water‑logged soil made of partially decayed plant material.

temporary shelter

A short‑term place where people can stay, like tents, while their homes are being fixed.

public kitchen

A place set up to prepare and serve meals for many people who need food.

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