Forest fires in Indonesia have caused air pollution indices to reach ten times the level deemed hazardous. Carbon monoxide levels are off the scale. People are fainting in the streets. Children are dying. Citizens cannot afford masks which can cost 20% of their monthly salary. Fires also threaten to wipe out endangered species and their biodiverse habitats. This is an ecological, climatic, and humanitarian crisis of global proportions. Your recent meeting with President Widodo was promising but more is needed.
We implore you to send
1) aid in the form of aircraft, equipment, and personnel;
2) resources for Indonesian medical and relief staff; and
3) guidance to identify and accept support from capable actors.