Flash flooding continues to disrupt daily life in Jakarta, with several neighborhoods remaining inundated as of Sunday evening. The Jakarta Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) reports that six neighborhood units are still grappling with standing water, displacing dozens of residents adn prompting the opening of evacuation centers in North Jakarta. Authorities are working to mitigate the effects of the flooding, which is largely attributed to heavy rainfall and overflowing rivers, and are urging residents to remain cautious.
Jakarta –
Flash flooding continues to impact parts of Jakarta, with six neighborhoods still experiencing standing water as of Sunday evening, according to the Jakarta Disaster Management Agency (BPBD). The ongoing flooding has displaced dozens of residents, forcing them to seek shelter.
“Currently, BPBD records show that 6 RTs (neighborhood units) are affected by flooding,” said Mohamad Yohan, Head of Data and Information at the Jakarta BPBD, in a statement.
The data was compiled as of 7:00 PM local time on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Here’s a breakdown of the impacted areas:
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East Jakarta is the most affected area, with flooding reported in six neighborhood units:
1. Bidara Cina Village: 2 RTs
Water Level: 30 cm
Cause: Heavy rainfall and overflow from the Ciliwung River
2. Kampung Melayu Village: 4 RTs
Water Level: 50 to 65 cm
Cause: Heavy rainfall and overflow from the Ciliwung River
Evacuation centers are open in North Jakarta:
Kapuk Muara Village
– Gang Masjid Nurul Jannah RW 02: 42 families, 97 individuals
Several areas have seen floodwaters recede, including:
1. Cililitan Village: 2 RTs
2. Kembangan Selatan Village: 1 RT
3. Kembangan Utara Village: 2 RTs
4. Cawang Village: 5 RTs
5. Kapuk Muara Village: 1 RT
6. Bidaran Cina Village: 1 RT
Flooding on Kembangan Raya Street in West Jakarta has also subsided.
The Jakarta BPBD has deployed personnel to monitor water levels across the city and is coordinating with the Public Works and Spatial Planning Department, the Fire and Rescue Department, and local officials. Efforts are focused on pumping out floodwater and ensuring drainage systems are functioning properly, as well as providing essential supplies to those displaced.
“We are targeting a rapid reduction in water levels,” Yohan stated.
“The Jakarta BPBD urges residents to remain cautious and vigilant regarding the potential for further flooding. In case of emergency, please contact 112. This service is free and available 24/7,” he added.
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