Volcanic Eruption in Indonesia Causes Evacuations and Flight Cancellations
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted in Indonesia, prompting evacuations and widespread flight cancellations, though no casualties have been reported so far.
Overview
- Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Indonesia erupted, sending ash clouds up to 10,000 meters high and prompting evacuations.
- The eruption led to the cancellation of multiple flights connecting Bali to various international destinations.
- Residents in nearby villages were evacuated to safety as ash and debris fell outside the danger zone.
- The Indonesian government raised the eruption alert to the highest level, expanding the danger zone to 8 kilometers.
- Despite the disruptions, some airports remain operational, with airlines rescheduling flights affected by the eruption.
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Emphasizes the impact of Indonesia's volcanic eruption, causing evacuations and widespread flight cancellations.
"The eruption alert was raised Tuesday to the highest level and the danger zone where people are recommended to leave was expanded to 5 miles from the crater."
"The eruption alert was raised Tuesday to the highest level and the danger zone where people are recommended to leave was expanded to 8 kilometers (about 5 miles) from the crater."
Associated Press"Authorities raised the eruption alert to the highest level and expanded the danger zone to 8 kilometers (about 5 miles) from the crater."
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FAQ
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki is a stratovolcano with a recorded history of at least 19 eruptions between 1675 and 1991, with notable eruptions causing casualties in 1869, 1907, and November 2024. The last explosive eruption prior to 2025 occurred in May 2003, and smaller eruptions were reported since March 2025 before the latest event.
The Indonesian government raised the eruption alert to the highest level and expanded the danger zone to 8 kilometers. Residents in nearby villages have been evacuated to safety, and flights to Bali have been canceled or rescheduled. Military personnel have assisted with evacuation and cleanup efforts in affected villages.
The eruption caused widespread flight cancellations connecting Bali to international destinations. Some airports remain operational, but airlines have had to reschedule affected flights, and Jetstar was among the airlines canceling flights to Bali due to ash clouds reaching up to 11 kilometers high.
The eruption alert level for Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki has been elevated to the highest level (Level 4 on a scale of 1 to 4), with the danger zone expanded to an 8-kilometer radius around the volcano to safeguard residents and reduce risk from ash and debris.
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