22 Dead in Jakarta Office Building Fire: Drone Battery Explosion Suspected as Cause

Dec 10, 2025 01:44 am CST

A catastrophic fire in a seven-storey building housing Terra Drone Indonesia killed 22 people in central Jakarta. Officials suspect an exploding drone battery initiated the blaze, which spread rapidly through the structure. Most victims likely died from smoke inhalation rather than burns. The incident highlights ongoing fire safety concerns in Indonesian commercial buildings.