Jakarta Warns Residents Against Unverified Reports on Mount Anak Krakatau Ash
Anak Krakatau ash reaches Jakarta as officials urge residents to stay alert, wear masks and limit outdoor activities while following official updates.
Jakarta Governor's Special Staff, Chico Hakim, advised residents to stay calm and discern unverified claims about volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau's eruption. Residents are instructed to trust only official sources like BMKG, PVMBG, BPBD, and the provincial government. Chico emphasized that the safety and health of citizens are the top priority.
The Jakarta Provincial Government continues to monitor Mount Anak Krakatau's activities in the Sunda Strait. On September 6, 2026, at 07:10 WIB, the volcano erupted again, registering a maximum amplitude of 50 mm on a seismograph for 16 seconds. Mount Anak Krakatau remains at Alert Level III, indicating ongoing potential dangers.
The public and tourists are barred from entering a 3 km radius of the eruption center. BMKG recorded another eruption on September 6, 2026, at 09:03 WIB, with a maximum amplitude of 19 mm and a duration of about 29 seconds. No alarming changes in sea levels were detected. Ash dispersion was expanding, reaching Purbalingga Regency in Central Java and parts of Jakarta.
Chico urged residents to wear masks, limit outdoor activities, close windows and doors, and use protective eyewear. Exposure to ash requires rinsing eyes with clean water and avoiding dry sweeping. Driving should be cautious due to reduced visibility and slippery roads. Seek immediate medical attention if health issues arise, such as shortness of breath or severe eye irritation.
The Jakarta government is coordinating with relevant agencies and will provide regular updates on the situation.
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