"Early July of 2023 is the dry season, (and that potential) could happen," NTB Climatology Station BMKG forecaster Angga Permana noted in a written statement here on Saturday.
During this dry season, he emphasized the need for people to be aware of the potential for drought that may occur in future.
The community also needs to be aware of the potential for forest and land fires that can occur during this dry season period.
He appealed to the public to make use of water reservoirs, such as ponds, to anticipate the dry season in NTB, especially in areas that frequently experience drought.
"NTB people are urged to use water wisely, effectively, and efficiently," he stressed.
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The BMKG issues meteorological drought early warning at yellow level for the sub-districts of West Sakra, Suela, and Sambelia in East Lombok District; Wawo Sub-District in Bima District; Bayan Sub-District in North Lombok District; and Lape Sub-District in Sumbawa District.
Meanwhile, an early warning at the amber level was issued for Kilo Sub-District in Dompu District; Belo and Palibelo sub-districts in Bima District; Mataram Sub-district in Mataram City, as well as the sub-districts of Janapria, Jonggat, Praya, West Praya, Central Praya, East Praya, and Pujut in Central Lombok District.
Moreover, the sub-districts of Jerowaru and Pringgabaya in East Lombok District and Moyo Hulu and Rhee sub-districts in Sumbawa District are expected to experience meteorological drought at the same level.
"While the red level was issued for Gerung Sub-District in West Lombok District; Pemenang Sub-District in North Lombok District; and Utan Sub-District in Sumbawa District," he further noted.
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