MEDAN | INDATANEWS.COM ~ The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) of North Sumatra, emphasized the importance of quick and precise access to weather information to effectively prevent natural disasters.
Novel Simanjuntak, Deputy Coordinator for Data and Information at the North Sumatra Climate Station Department, highlighted this during a discussion event in Medan on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
"Every day, we provide weather maps, weekly analyses and forecasts, as well as monthly bulletins. The public can easily access this information through our official website, YouTube channel, or the Info-BMKG app," Novel said.
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Novel also stressed the need to adapt lifestyles in response to climate change, which accelerates global warming. Concrete measures, such as reducing fossil fuel use in transportation and adopting more mindful plastic consumption, are urgently needed.
"The pace of temperature increase is accelerating. We hope the public can receive timely updates through our digital channels to maintain disaster preparedness," he added.
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Fika Rahma, CEO of Indata Komunika Cemerlang, noted that the discussion provided a deep reflection on the country's situation. Meanwhile, Panut Hadisiswoyo, Director of Green Justice Indonesia, cited the floods and landslides at the end of 2025 that destroyed thousands of homes and claimed hundreds of lives in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, as evidence of Indonesia's vulnerability to the climate crisis.
"Environmental destruction and weak community-based disaster preparedness clearly show that the climate crisis is real. We need dialogue spaces that integrate climate science, environmental advocacy, and public education," Panut said.
The event brought together journalists, academics, environmental practitioners, and educational activists to foster constructive discourse and strengthen Indonesia's resilience to disasters. (IDNC)