A late-night infrastructure failure in Central Jakarta underscored the risks posed by extreme weather and aging public facilities. The roof of a local sports complex collapsed amid heavy rain and strong winds, prompting an immediate response from municipal workers. While no lives were lost, the incident raised renewed questions about maintenance standards and preparedness. Authorities moved quickly to contain further danger.
Public Facilities Maintenance Agency (PPSU) personnel from Serdang Sub-district were deployed to clear debris from the collapsed roof of the Serdang Sports Hall. According to Head of Serdang Sub-district, Suci Asliyati, the incident occurred at around 9 p.m. during intense rainfall accompanied by strong winds. The collapse damaged vehicles parked nearby, including 11 motorcycles and one ambulance. Officials confirmed that the facility was undergoing maintenance at the time.
The structural failure extended beyond the roof itself, with part of the right-side fence also collapsing after being struck by debris. Asliyati said local authorities were relieved that the incident did not result in casualties. She noted that the absence of victims was largely due to the timing of the collapse, when the facility was not in active use. Nevertheless, the material losses highlighted vulnerabilities in public infrastructure.
As a precautionary measure, authorities temporarily closed the road adjacent to the sports hall. Officials cited concerns over a leaning wall scaffold and forecasts of continued heavy rain and strong winds. The closure aims to prevent further incidents while safety assessments are carried out. The episode has renewed calls for stricter oversight of maintenance work on public buildings.
Alexander Jason – Redaksi
