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A motorcyclist passes through haze near burnt peat land in Rokan Hilir
A motorcyclist passes through haze near burnt peat land in Rokan Hilir, Indonesias Riau province, August 14, 2005. In Sumatra, a short ferry ride away from peninsular Malaysia, fires still raged, some of them deep in thick forests more than a days journey away without helicopters, said a local police chief at Rokan Hilir, where about 5, 000 acres (2, 000 hectares) are estimated by a forestry official to be on fire. REUTERS/Beawiharta BEA/NL - RP6DRMSZYFAB
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In this powerful print captured by Beawiharta Beawiharta, a motorcyclist courageously navigates through the dense haze near burnt peat land in Rokan Hilir, Indonesia's Riau province on August 14,2005. The image serves as a haunting reminder of the devastating impact of wildfires that engulfed vast areas of Sumatra. As fires continued to rage across the region, some hidden deep within thick forests inaccessible without helicopters, local authorities struggled to contain the inferno. The police chief at Rokan Hilir expressed concern over these remote blazes that were more than a day's journey away from help. The photograph encapsulates both the immediate danger faced by individuals like this fearless motorcyclist and the broader environmental crisis unfolding in Indonesia. With an estimated 5,000 acres (2,000 hectares) ablaze according to forestry officials, it is evident that urgent action is required to combat these destructive fires. The hazy backdrop adds an eerie atmosphere to the scene while also symbolizing the far-reaching consequences of such ecological disasters. This visual representation serves as a call for greater awareness and international cooperation in addressing not only immediate firefighting efforts but also long-term solutions for preventing future occurrences. Beawiharta Beawiharta's skillful composition captures both vulnerability and resilience amidst adversity—a testament to his exceptional talent as a photographer and storyteller.
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