The escalation of the 2026 fire season in Indonesia, with burnt areas reaching 32,637 hectares by February - 20 times higher than in 2025, is raising concerns about the looming threat of a 'Godzilla El Niño.' This early start to the fire season has prompted worries about the potential exacerbation of Indonesia's annual fire and haze problem, with implications for public health, biodiversity, and the environment. The significant increase in burnt areas signifies the urgent need for comprehensive measures to prevent forest fires and their detrimental impacts, emphasizing the critical importance of robust fire prevention and management strategies in the region.