Indonesia's Anak Krakatau eruption halts flights, schools, fishing
TANGERANG: An eruption of Indonesia’s Mount Anak Krakatau caused five airports to suspend flight operations on Sunday, affecting hundreds of flights at Jakarta’s main airport, after some school activities and fishing were halted. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport suspended flight operations until 1:30 p.m. (0630 GMT) due to volcanic ash, the airport posted on Instagram, stranding hundreds of…
Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia erupted on Sunday, leading to the suspension of flights at five airports, including Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The volcanic ash disrupted operations, stranding hundreds of passengers and canceling 301 flights, including 58 international flights. The ash reached heights of up to 20,000 feet on the Java side and 50,000 feet on the Sumatra side of the volcano.
Schools and fishing activities were also halted due to health concerns from the ash. The disaster mitigation agency BNPB considered conducting cloud-seeding to promote rain and wash away the ash, urging the public to remain calm and take precautions, such as wearing masks and eye protection, reducing outdoor activities, and being cautious when driving.
Ferries in the Sunda Strait continued to operate normally, but vessels were advised to maintain a safe distance from the volcano's crater.
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