An eruption of Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano has disrupted air travel and daily life, forcing the shutdown of eight airports—including the country’s busiest international hub—and grounding hundreds of flights due to a thick ash cloud. The powerful blast, marked by lava flows and explosions audible hundreds of miles away, also halted some school operations and fishing activities in affected areas. Authorities are monitoring the situation as the volcanic activity continues to pose risks to aviation and local communities.
Ash cloud from Anak Krakatau affects hundreds of flights and some school and fishing activitiesIndonesia halted operations at eight airports on Sunday, including from its main international hub, affecting hundreds of flights as a result of an ash cloud from the Anak Krakatau volcano.Saturday’s eruption, which produced lava and booming sounds that were heard up to 435 miles (700km) away, according to Indonesia’s geology agency, also interrupted some school activities and fishing. Continue reading...
