Heavy rain has returned to parts of Kalimantan, Indonesia, raising hopes of relief from forest fires, dry vegetation and haze. Central Kalimantan has reported rainfall in areas including Palangka Raya, while weather-modification operations are targeting additional rain across several districts.Rain was reported in Palangka Raya overnight into October 26, with rainfall intensifying in Jekan Raya during the early hours of Monday. Authorities have also used weather-modification operations to encourage rainfall across Central Kalimantan.Meanwhile, South Kalimantan experienced a separate spell of heavy rain and strong winds on October 25. In Banjarbaru, falling trees affected roads and a restaurant canopy collapsed amid the severe weather.Rainfall could help dampen dry vegetation, reduce fire risk and improve haze conditions, but it does not mean that all forest and land fires have been extinguished.Watch this report for the latest developments in Kalimantan's weather, rainfall, forest-fire conditions and Indonesia's efforts to manage seasonal haze.Subscribe for the latest breaking news, extreme weather, floods, wildfires, natural disasters and international news updates.
