Bali was hit by extreme weather on Sunday, February 9, 2025, as strong winds and heavy rain swept across the region, causing significant damage.
Dozens of trees were knocked down, several houses were damaged, and the local electricity network was disrupted. The worst-hit areas were in Jembrana Regency, where powerful winds caused havoc, particularly in the villages of Banjar and Teluklimo Hamlet.
The strong winds that blew through Bali on Sunday afternoon led to extensive damage in various areas, particularly in Gilimanuk Village, located in the Melaya Subdistrict.
According to the Village Head, Ida Bagus Toni, “From the reports I received, house damage due to strong winds occurred in four banjars in Gilimanuk Village.”
The four areas affected were Banjar Asri, Arum, Penginuman, and Asih. Most of the damage involved the roofs of homes, leaving residents to deal with the destruction caused by the intense weather.
Fatalities and Injuries from Fallen Tree
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In another unfortunate incident, a large tree fell on a cockfighting arena in Bungaya Village, located in the Bebandem District of Karangasem Regency. The tree crushed the arena, resulting in the deaths of three residents who were present at the scene.
The incident occurred on the same day, Sunday, February 9, 2025, and shocked the local community. The Head of the Public Relations Section of the Karangasem Police confirmed that there were a total of nine victims due to the fallen tree.
“The total number of victims is nine people. In details, three people died, two people were seriously injured, and four people were slightly injured,” he explained, as reported by Kompas.
The police quickly secured the area, setting up a police line to ensure safety, while videos of the incident began circulating on social media, showing the fallen tree in the middle of a garden. The fallen tree is now being examined by authorities as part of their investigation into the tragedy.
Power Outages Across Bali
In addition to the physical damage, the strong winds also caused widespread power outages. Trees that were uprooted in several locations fell on electricity poles, disrupting the power supply.
Eric Rossi Priyo Nugroho, the General Manager of PT PLN (Persero) Bali Distribution Unit, reported that his team had been mobilized to address the situation.
He explained, “Extreme and erratic weather conditions, where rain is accompanied by strong winds, have caused several trees in several places to collapse and fall on electricity poles, resulting in interruption of electricity supply in that location, causing customer outages.”
Crews have been working tirelessly to restore power in the affected areas.
Weather Forecast for Bali: Continued Rain and Wind
Looking ahead, the weather forecast for Bali on Monday, February 10, 2025, predicts cloudy skies with light rain in many parts of the region. The Bali Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) reports that temperatures will range from 20-24 degrees Celsius, with humidity levels between 70-98%.
Rain, along with strong winds, is expected to continue in the coming days, particularly in southern Bali, including the southern waters.
The BMKG urges the public to remain cautious when outdoors due to the ongoing rainy season and the potential for further disruptions caused by the extreme weather.
Diana, a representative from BMKG, warned, “Rain accompanied by strong winds is predicted to occur in the next three to four days.”
Bali residents are advised to stay informed about the weather and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property during this unsettled weather period.
