Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki Erupts, Raising Alert Level and Flight Disruptions
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki in Indonesia erupts thrice, prompting increased alert levels, expanded danger zones, and significant flight cancellations.
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The long eruption prompted the country’s geological agency to raise the volcano’s alert level to the highest of the four-tiered system.
Indonesian volcano sends ash cloud 8km high, some flights cancelled
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Indonesia, a vast archipelago nation, experiences frequent seismic and volcanic activity due to its position on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
Flights leaving Bali cancelled after volcanic eruption shoots ash plume 8km into sky
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Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano erupts, prompting alert level to be raised
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Indonesia is an archipelago of 270 million people with frequent seismic activity.
Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki Volcano Erupts, Prompting Alert Level to be Raised
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The Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano in Indonesia erupted three times on March 21, 2025, shooting ash 26,200 feet into the atmosphere. Authorities have expanded the danger zone to 8 kilometers and elevated the alert level to the highest category. Flight disruptions include cancellations and delays, notably affecting routes between Australia and Bali. Residents are advised to remain cautious due to heavy rainfall increasing the risk of lava flow and volcanic mudslides. This volcano previously erupted in November, resulting in nine fatalities. Indonesia continues to grapple with frequent seismic activities given its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
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