The image displays a close-up, ground-level view of a burning pile of refuse in Lhokseumawe, Indonesia. Multiple orange and yellow flames are actively consuming various discarded items, primarily plastics. A large flame is prominent near the upper-center, melting a white plastic bag, causing it to deform and drip. Smaller flames are visible among dry leaves and debris towards the bottom right. The trash pile consists of numerous plastic elements, including transparent, yellow, and white plastic bags, some of which are clearly melting and charring due to the heat. Identifiable packaging includes a green wrapper labeled "Roma Graham Sandwich" at the bottom right, and a red and yellow wrapper stating "Soft cake Marshmallow Chocolate" on the bottom left. A partially crushed white and green plastic cup, featuring "Tch®" and "minuman teh manis" (sweet tea drink) in Indonesian text, is situated on the right side. Another clear plastic cup with a decorative rim is present in the lower-middle section. The base of the pile consists of dark soil and numerous dry, brown leaves. The background shows a blurred, light-colored surface, indicative of a concrete or paved area, suggesting a roadside or communal dumping site. No individuals or animals are present in the frame.

Small trash fire burns in Lhokseumawe, I

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Sun, Jun 7, 2026, 06:28 AM

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Lhokseumawe, Indonesia

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The image displays a close-up, ground-level view of a burning pile of refuse in Lhokseumawe, Indonesia. Multiple orange and yellow flames are actively consuming various discarded items, primarily plas…read more

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