Mount Anak Krakatau Ash Hits Serang, Raising Health Concerns
Volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau began falling on coastal areas of Serang Regency, Banten, on Saturday night.
Indonesian volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau began falling on coastal areas of Serang Regency in Banten on Saturday night, causing residents to suffer from irritated eyes and disrupting school activities. Sanan, a resident of Kampung Pasauran Satu, described the onset of the ash around 5:00 PM local time, noting that it was causing discomfort from dust sticking to their bodies and settling on floors.
The continuous rumbling and tremors from the volcano, which had been ongoing since Friday night, prompted Sanan to visit the Anak Krakatau Volcano Observation Post to verify the volcano's safety status. The principal of SDN Pasir Menteng, Ajat Sudrajat, expressed concerns about the ash disrupting outdoor activities and causing throat irritation and eye irritation for students and staff.
Despite the ash not being clearly visible, it was accumulating at the Krakatau observation post. While the community remains generally safe, some residents have moved to higher ground for added protection.
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