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Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki

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environment1 year ago

Volcanic Eruption Disrupts Bali Travel, Grounds Flights

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki in Indonesia erupted explosively in November 2024, sending ash plumes up to 17,000 meters high, severely disrupting air travel. The eruptions, captured by satellite imagery, led to extensive flight cancellations and heightened aviation safety measures. Indonesia's airports, among the most vulnerable to volcanic activity, faced significant challenges, prompting collaboration between NASA and volcanic ash advisory centers to improve flight safety around ash plumes.

travel1 year ago

Volcanic Ash Grounds Bali Flights Amid Eruption

Flights to and from Bali have been cancelled by several airlines, including Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia, due to dangerous ash clouds from Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki. The volcano recently erupted, sending a 9km ash column into the sky, prompting safety concerns. The ash may also affect parts of northern Australia. Other airlines like Cathay Pacific, IndiGo, and AirAsia have also cancelled flights, while some flights continue. The volcanic activity has also led to the postponement of a jazz festival in Indonesia.