15 years in prison for burning forests, Jember police warn
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Police in Jember, East Java, have issued a strong warning: anyone who deliberately burns forests or land will face criminal charges.
The penalty can reach 15 years in prison.
Authorities say the warning is meant to deter intentional burning, which causes serious environmental damage and can spread quickly during dry conditions.
The police urge the public to report any forest or land fires and to avoid any activity that could start one.