The Chinese Consulate General in Surabaya reminds Chinese citizens that the Mount Bromo scenic spot is closed due to wildfires

China News Service, Jakarta, September 13th. The Chinese Consulate General in Surabaya issued a document on the 12th to remind Chinese citizens that the Mount Bromo scenic spot is completely closed due to wildfires.

The Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in East Java, Indonesia, issued a notice saying that due to the continued spread of wildfires, the Mount Bromo scenic spot has been temporarily closed since September 12, suspending all tourist receptions, and will reopen until further notice.

The Consulate General in Surabaya solemnly reminds Chinese citizens in the consular district:

1. Strictly abide by the local scenic area control measures. Do not go to the Mount Bromo scenic area. Do not take detours on wild roads or follow illegal guides to enter fire areas and closed areas without authorization.

2. Tourists who have booked a trip to Bromo should contact the travel agency or platform as soon as possible to apply for rescheduling or refund. Pay close attention to the official fire situation and unblocking announcement of Bromo-Tenger-Semeru National Park, and plan your trip after the official announcement of the reopening.

3. The terrain in the volcanic area of ​​East Java is complex. When traveling to East Java, please choose a regular travel agency and a certified guide, purchase sufficient overseas travel accident insurance before traveling, and continue to pay attention to mountainous disaster warning information.

Indonesian police hotline: +62‑110

Indonesia emergency hotline: +62‑118

Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Hotline of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: +86‑10‑12308

The consular protection telephone number of the Consulate General in Surabaya is +62‑31‑5678284.