Fire, Smoke, Tears.

Dr Naprizal, co-ordinator of Environmental Science Studies at Riau University in Sumatera, speaks about the impact of fires and smoke on peoples’ everyday lives.

The Riau Kepri Body for Logistics (Bulog) Riau-distributed masks as part of its program to care for victims of the smoke cover in Riau’s capital, Pekanbaru. Source: Friday (20/9). (ANTARA/Vera Lusiana)

Why is Riau so prone to fire?   Why does it appear that there has been no progress in combating the fire and smoke over the years?   How are neighbouring countries like Malaysia reacting?  Dr Naprizal explains his deepening concerns.

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