Jakarta, Dec. 11 -- The Environment Ministry (KLH) has temporarily sealed and installed monitoring boards at several mining sites in West Sumatra in response to flooding in the region.

The Environment Minister, Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, in Jakarta on Thursday, stated that the measure aims to temporarily halt operations that could worsen hydrological conditions, ensure compliance with environmental obligations, and protect the safety of affected residents.

"Environmental compliance is not just a formality; it is a matter of public safety and regional carrying capacity. We will not hesitate to enforce regulations to protect the community," Nurofiq said.

He stated that the sealing was conducted after the KLH monitoring team performed field ve...