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WorldWhy are Indonesia’s fires so hard to put out, and why is the haze so toxic?

Wildfires have burned in parts of Indonesia for weeks, spreading smoke across the country and into Malaysia, Singapore and the Philippines. The BBC’s Gavin Butler explains why the fires are difficult to fight and produce so much toxic haze.

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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-09 09:37Original

Why are Indonesia’s fires so hard to put out, and why is the haze so toxic?
Why are Indonesia’s fires so hard to put out, and why is the haze so toxic?World