Abstract
The recurring issue of forest and land fires, especially during the dry season, poses a persistent challenge in Indonesia. Conventional firefighting efforts using water as the primary extinguishing agent have not proven entirely effective in preventing and reducing the extent of burned areas. This research aims to explore the potential use of gel as an alternative in combating forest and land fires. The research methodology involves preparation, oven testing, burning experiments, as well as observation and evaluation. Various fuel types, including needle leaf litter, broadleaf litter, and understory litter, were examined along with Gel Pack Extinguishing Agent (GPEA) at varying doses (0g/100ml water, 1g/100ml water, 2g/100ml water, and 3g/100ml water). The results indicate significant differences with the highest efficiency observed at a dose of 1g/100ml water for needle leaf litter, 2g/100ml water for broadleaf litter, and 1g/100ml water for understory litter.
 Keywords: forest and land fires, Gel Pack Extinguishing Agent, extinction
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