Indonesia cancels flights at 8 airports; 170,000 stranded due to Anak Krakatau eruption
They publishedVolcano eruption in Indonesia leaves 170,000 travellers stranded as eight airports closed
First reportSouth China Morning Post · 6 Sept, 07:54Z
Latest reportegyptindependent.com · 7 Sept, 07:53Z
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Why it matters
What
Anak Krakatau erupted, leading Indonesia to close eight airports, cancel hundreds of flights and strand about 170,000 passengers.
Why
Ash near Jakarta disrupted 1,558 flights, while lava activity and the volcano's tsunami history reinforced safety concerns.
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Authorities are monitoring the ash plume, preparing alternative airports and keeping ships outside a three-kilometre exclusion zone.
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Summary
- Mount Anak Krakatoa erupted Saturday, with lava fountains and loud booms heard up to 700km away.
- Two new eruptions were recorded on Sunday, prompting continued warnings from authorities.
- Ash reached airspace around Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, leading to flight suspensions.
- Over 22,000 passengers and 209 flights affected, including routes to Singapore, Doha, Sydney and Kuala Lumpur.
- Vessels were advised to avoid a 3km exclusion zone around the volcano amid ongoing activity.
Summary
- Mount Anak Krakatau erupted, prompting ash plume and lava activity.
- Indonesia closed Soekarno-Hatta and seven other airports, cancelling hundreds of flights.
- About 170,000 passengers stranded; 1,558 flights delayed across eight airports.
- Ash detected in airspace near Jakarta, with operations suspended and alt airports prepared.
- Ships warned to avoid 3km exclusion zone; past tsunamis linked to the volcano are noted.
Summary
- Eight Indonesian airports, including two serving Jakarta, were closed due to volcanic ash.
- Ash from Anak Krakatau blanketed Jakarta and surroundings since Friday night.
- Transport Ministry says 170,000 people affected by flight cancellations.
- Jakarta's main airport to remain closed until 6 p.m. local time.
- Authorities warn of ongoing eruptions and high ash with potential further activity.