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West Kalimantan

West Kalimantan is a province located in the western part of the Indonesian island of Borneo. It is a region known for its rainforests and has been severely impacted by environmental issues like wildfires.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to experiencing prolonged fires and hazardous haze that have severely affected air quality and residents' health.

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In Indonesia's West Kalimantan, prolonged fires and haze choke residents
West Kalimantan has been the worst affected, with air quality levels exceeding 48 times the safe limit.
Indonesians sue president over haze – can it clear the air?

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