The flood mitigation project is part of a broader effort to address the recurring flood disasters in the region.
BNPB Chief Suharyanto noted that the assistance was provided to support the handling of potential floods and landslides across the province.
Based on the BNPB's analysis, weather modification would be sufficiently effective to reduce the high rain intensity and help SAR team to carry out the evacuation process.
BMKG previously predicted that the peak of dry season will occur in August.
The cooperation is of high importance since the majority of national disasters in Indonesia are related to hydrometeorology.
Past records show that several volcanic eruptions in Indonesia have claimed lives, have other impacts in the form of economic and social aspects disruption on the community, as well as damage to infrastructure and other development results
