Waste avalanche at Indonesia's largest landfill kills at least five people
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A deadly waste avalanche killed at least five people at Indonesia's largest landfill site near Jakarta following heavy rainfall. The Bantargebang landfill, which has been chronically overloaded for years, experienced the fatal landslide when intense downpours destabilized accumulated waste materials. Authorities have warned of continued risks at the site and are planning emergency interventions to address the dangerous conditions. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges facing waste management infrastructure in Indonesia's densely populated capital region.