Indonesia's Anak Krakatau eruption disrupts hundreds of flights

An eruption at Indonesia's Mount Anak Krakatau has led to the suspension of hundreds of flights at Jakarta's main airport, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The eruption began late Friday and has since caused volcanic ash to disrupt flight operations, with 209 flights, including several international ones, affected. The ash plume was detected up to 20,000 feet on the Java side and 50,000 feet on the Sumatra side.

In response, the airport suspended operations until 9.30am, extending a halt initially scheduled until 5.30am. The disaster mitigation agency urged the public to remain calm and take precautions such as wearing masks and eye protection, reducing outdoor activities, and exercising caution when driving due to the potential for ashfall.

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