Jakarta Car Free Day Ends Early Due to Mount Anak Krakatau Ash
Jakarta ends Car Free Day early as Mount Anak Krakatau volcanic ash reaches the capital, with officials urging residents to limit outdoor activity.
Jakarta Transportation Agency announced the early end of the Car Free Day in Jakarta on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Originally scheduled to conclude at 10:00 WIB, the event was halted at 09:00 WIB due to concerns over potential health risks from volcanic ash released by Mount Anak Krakatau. Agency Head Budi Awaluddin explained that public safety and health took precedence in this decision.
The Amarta Run and ASN Run activities concluded at the same time, triggering the immediate end of the Car Free Day program. Field officers distributed masks to the public and urged residents to return home and avoid further outdoor activities. Despite the volcano's activity status remaining at Level III (Alert/Siaga), with a 3-kilometer danger zone, officials urged calm and continued monitoring of volcanic ash and air quality.
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