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Jakarta City Council Warns Against Fireworks Amid Plastic Factory Blaze
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The city council of Jakbar has urged residents to refrain from setting off fireworks following a major fire at the Cengkareng plastic factory, which authorities suspect was ignited by thrown explosives.
Key Points
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1A plastic factory in Jakarta's Cikarang area caught fire on March 20, with authorities suspecting fireworks were the cause.
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2Police are currently investigating to determine if a teenager throwing or lighting off fireworks ignited the blaze at Cengkareng Factory No.14379586-PT (Pabrik Plastik).
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3The Jakarta City Government has urged residents not to use firecrackers due to safety concerns and potential risks.
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4Multiple news outlets report that a teenager is suspected of being involved in the incident, though specific details on who or how are still under investigation.
Developments
[Mar 20] 13:24
Pemkot Jakbar urges residents not to use firecrackers (Antaranews)