ACEH TENGAH | INDATANEWS.COM - The Aceh Tengah Police (Polres Aceh Tengah) have provided essential supplies to residents who lost their homes in a fire in Kampung Jeget Ayu, Jagong Jeget District. The police also deployed medical personnel to provide health services and ensure that the condition of the affected residents continues to receive attention following the disaster.
Aceh Tengah Police Chief AKBP Muhamad Taufiq, S.I.K., M.H., accompanied by several officers, visited the fire site on Monday, August 10, 2026, at around 10 a.m. local time. The visit was not limited to the distribution of aid. The officers also sought to directly assess the residents' situation and ensure that their needs during the recovery period were properly addressed.The fire caused several residents to lose their homes and numerous belongings needed for their daily lives. The situation prompted Polres Aceh Tengah to provide direct assistance to the affected community at the scene.
During the visit, Polres Aceh Tengah brought various relief supplies to help residents meet their basic needs. Police officers distributed staple food, clothing, as well as various household and kitchen utensils to those affected by the fire.
The assistance reflects the Indonesian Police's concern for residents who are currently facing difficult circumstances. In addition to helping meet their daily needs, the aid is intended to ease the burden on residents during the recovery period following the fire.The presence of the police chief and his officers at the site also demonstrated the police's concern for the condition of the affected community. The officers viewed the residents' needs not only from the perspective of material assistance but also by taking into account their health condition following the disaster.
Polres Aceh Tengah emphasized that the residents' situation needed to be addressed comprehensively. The period following a fire can affect both the physical condition and overall health of affected residents, particularly those who remain in an emergency situation.
In addition to providing logistical assistance, Polres Aceh Tengah deployed medical personnel to provide direct services to residents affected by the fire. The medical team conducted general health examinations, checked blood pressure and asked residents about health complaints they had experienced since the incident.
The medical services enabled officers to quickly assess the general health condition of the residents. Those requiring treatment were provided with medication by medical personnel based on the results of their examinations.The measure is an important part of post-fire assistance for the community. By providing medical services directly at the site, residents did not have to cope with health complaints without receiving an examination. This was particularly important for those whose health had been affected by the difficult circumstances caused by the disaster.
Aceh Tengah Police Chief AKBP Muhamad Taufiq, through Public Relations Division Head AKP Rasimin, said the police presence was an expression of concern for residents who were going through a difficult period."The police are here to help ease the burden on the affected residents. In addition to providing basic necessities, we are also ensuring that the residents' health receives attention," he said.
The statement underscores the police's efforts to provide immediate assistance to the affected community. The provision of basic necessities and medical services is being carried out simultaneously so residents can receive the support they need during the recovery period.
Polres Aceh Tengah and Jagong Jeget Police Sector (Polsek Jagong Jeget) continue to coordinate with the district administration, village officials and relevant agencies to monitor the condition of the affected residents. The coordination also includes identifying any additional assistance needed by people who continue to require support following the fire.
The police have ensured that monitoring of the situation will not end with the distribution of relief supplies. Officers will continue to follow developments among the residents, including those who require additional assistance or further medical treatment.The step reflects Polres Aceh Tengah's commitment to ensuring continued assistance for residents affected by the fire. Working together with government agencies and village officials allows the police to adjust assistance according to the actual needs of residents and conditions at the scene.
For residents who continue to face difficulties due to the loss of their homes and various household belongings, assistance from different agencies is an important part of the recovery and rebuilding process. Inter-agency coordination is therefore essential to ensure that residents' needs are continuously identified and addressed appropriately.The visit by the Aceh Tengah Police chief and his officers to Kampung Jeget Ayu also demonstrates that post-fire measures are not focused solely on the distribution of material assistance. The police are also paying attention to the health and overall condition of residents while ensuring that their needs continue to be monitored throughout the recovery period.
Through logistical assistance, health examinations, the distribution of medication based on examination results and continued monitoring, Polres Aceh Tengah is seeking to help residents overcome the difficult period following the fire. The presence of police officers alongside the district administration, village officials and other relevant agencies is expected to help accelerate the recovery of residents affected by the fire in Kampung Jeget Ayu, Jagong Jeget District. (IDNC)REPORTER: Adli Safwan | EDITOR: Fik Sagala