Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas River

The optimisation of water table management is a significant strategy to prevent the risk of fire and peat subsidence. Peatlands, unique ecosystems, are frequently damaged by drainage due to human activities. The hydrological restoration program aims to protect and manage peat ecosystems, thereby con...

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Main Authors: Rossie Wiedya Nusantara, Urai Edi Suryadi, Tino Orciny Chandra, Ari Krisnohadi
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Published: University of Merdeka Malang 2025-02-01
Series:Abdimas: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas Merdeka Malang
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Online Access:https://jurnal.unmer.ac.id/index.php/jpkm/article/view/14418
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author Rossie Wiedya Nusantara
Urai Edi Suryadi
Tino Orciny Chandra
Ari Krisnohadi
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description The optimisation of water table management is a significant strategy to prevent the risk of fire and peat subsidence. Peatlands, unique ecosystems, are frequently damaged by drainage due to human activities. The hydrological restoration program aims to protect and manage peat ecosystems, thereby contributing to the enhancement of the resilience of fire-free villages. The success indicators of peat rewetting can be indicated by a shallow water table and a slow rate of subsidence. The objective is to optimise the water table management to prevent fires and subsidence, while increasing community awareness of its importance in agriculture. The implementation of Community Service Activities was conducted in Punggur Kecil Village, involving the Farmer Group in Parit Toom Jaya and the Fire Care Community Parit Rahmat group in the Kapuas River-Punggur Besar River Peat Hydrological Unit. These activities included socialization, educational sessions, and field visits to peatlands to gain insight into the concept of peat rewetting techniques. Practical training was also provided on measuring and monitoring water tables, followed by regular evaluations to assess progress. This strategy not only enhances agricultural productivity but also reduces fire risks and land subsidence, providing a sustainable, long-term solution for peatland ecosystem management.
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spelling doaj-art-bfbc2364c7134e45be8dec70d26840fa2025-08-20T03:41:10ZengUniversity of Merdeka MalangAbdimas: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas Merdeka Malang2721-138X2548-71592025-02-01101374510.26905/abdimas.v10i1.1441811474Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas RiverRossie Wiedya Nusantara0https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6628-5916Urai Edi Suryadi1Tino Orciny Chandra2https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3053-5068Ari Krisnohadi3Department of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas TanjungpuraDepartment of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas TanjungpuraDepartment of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas TanjungpuraDepartment of Soil Science, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas TanjungpuraThe optimisation of water table management is a significant strategy to prevent the risk of fire and peat subsidence. Peatlands, unique ecosystems, are frequently damaged by drainage due to human activities. The hydrological restoration program aims to protect and manage peat ecosystems, thereby contributing to the enhancement of the resilience of fire-free villages. The success indicators of peat rewetting can be indicated by a shallow water table and a slow rate of subsidence. The objective is to optimise the water table management to prevent fires and subsidence, while increasing community awareness of its importance in agriculture. The implementation of Community Service Activities was conducted in Punggur Kecil Village, involving the Farmer Group in Parit Toom Jaya and the Fire Care Community Parit Rahmat group in the Kapuas River-Punggur Besar River Peat Hydrological Unit. These activities included socialization, educational sessions, and field visits to peatlands to gain insight into the concept of peat rewetting techniques. Practical training was also provided on measuring and monitoring water tables, followed by regular evaluations to assess progress. This strategy not only enhances agricultural productivity but also reduces fire risks and land subsidence, providing a sustainable, long-term solution for peatland ecosystem management.https://jurnal.unmer.ac.id/index.php/jpkm/article/view/14418canal blockingpeatrewettingwater table
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Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas River
Abdimas: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas Merdeka Malang
canal blocking
peat
rewetting
water table
title Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas River
title_full Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas River
title_fullStr Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas River
title_full_unstemmed Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas River
title_short Water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the Kapuas River
title_sort water table depth optimisation solutions to prevent peat fires in the kapuas river
topic canal blocking
peat
rewetting
water table
url https://jurnal.unmer.ac.id/index.php/jpkm/article/view/14418
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