Jakarta International Stadium Safe from Tidal Flooding
Jakarta Stadium Avoids Flooding as Coastal Areas Brace for High Tides
Jakarta – While coastal areas of Jakarta braced for another round of high tides,the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) remained dry and operational.
Earlier this week, the area in front of the stadium on RE Martadinata Street experienced some flooding due to high tides, raising concerns about the impact on the massive sports complex. However, officials assured the public that JIS itself remained unaffected.
“As of 5 p.m. today, jakarta International Stadium and all its facilities are operating normally and have not been impacted by the high tides,” said Shinta Syamsul Arief, head of SBU JIS.
This reassurance comes as several parts of North Jakarta have been grappling with recurring tidal flooding in recent days. Muara Angke, a coastal neighborhood in Penjaringan, has been particularly hard hit, experiencing inundation for three consecutive days.
Water levels in Muara angke have ranged from 25 centimeters to a meter deep, peaking between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m.each day. Fortunately, the floodwaters typically recede by afternoon, influenced by rainfall and the natural ebb and flow of the tides.
Jakarta Stadium Remains Dry as Coastal Areas face High Tides
Jakarta – Despite high tides causing flooding in some parts of Jakarta, the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) has managed to remain dry and fully operational, according to officials.
Earlier this week, the area in front of the stadium on RE Martadinata Street experienced flooding, raising concerns about the potential impact on the massive sports complex. However, Shinta Syamsul Arief, head of SBU JIS, reassured the public, stating, “As of 5 p.m. today, Jakarta international Stadium and all its facilities are operating normally and have not been impacted by the high tides.”
this news comes amidst recurring tidal flooding plaguing several areas of North Jakarta. Muara Angke, a coastal neighborhood in Penjaringan, has been particularly affected, experiencing inundation for three consecutive days. Water levels in Muara Angke have ranged from 25 centimeters to a meter deep, peaking between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. each day. Fortunately, floodwaters generally recede by afternoon, influenced by rainfall and natural tidal fluctuations.
