Beneath the Earth's surface lies a hidden treasure essential for life: groundwater. This precious resource sustains ecosystems, provides drinking water to communities, and supports agriculture worldwide. Today, groundwater faces a double jeopardy: pollution and the devastating impact of peat fires. From industrial discharge to agricultural runoff, contaminants steadily infiltrate this vital resource, jeopardizing water quality and public health. Simultaneously, the raging infernos of peat fires not only choke the air with pollutants but also disrupt the delicate hydrological balance, further threatening groundwater reserves. Peat fires, fuelled by dried-out peatlands, can alter water table levels, reduce infiltration rates, and contaminate groundwater with pollutants released during combustion. This application explores the critical need for groundwater protection and highlights the surprising role groundwater can play in mitigating the devastating effects of peat fires, offering a path towards a more sustainable and resilient future.