Wildfires raging across Sumatra and Borneo in Indonesia have prompted the rescue of dozens of orangutans in recent months. The fires, the extent of which is not specified, are threatening the critically endangered species and their forest habitat. Rescue teams have been working to locate and safely remove orangutans from affected areas. The ongoing blazes highlight the continued threat of deforestation and environmental destruction in Indonesia. Conservationists fear for the long-term survival of the orangutan population if the fires and habitat loss are not addressed. Efforts are underway to provide care for the rescued animals and eventually rehabilitate them back into suitable environments.