Powerful explosions at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

Powerful explosions at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

The Anak Krakatau volcano in Indonesia entered a period of intense eruptive activity around 05:28 UTC on November 26, 2023. The volcano has since produced numerous explosions, with ash columns reaching heights of up to 2.1 km (7 000 feet) above sea level. Officials are urging residents to stay away at least 5 km (3.1 miles) from the volcano.

Indonesian authorities warn of increased activity at Mount Anak Krakatau

Indonesian authorities warn of increased activity at Mount Anak Krakatau

Seismic activity at Mount Anak Krakatau intensified on October 28, 2023, prompting Indonesian authorities to issue a 5 km (3.1 miles) exclusion zone around the main crater. The heightened activity included a range of earthquakes and internal vibrations indicative of potential eruptions.

Eruptions at Dempo volcano, Sumatra, Indonesia

Eruptions at Dempo volcano, Sumatra, Indonesia

Indonesian Dempo volcano started erupting at 14:15 UTC on July 25, 2023. This is the first eruption at the volcano since the preheatic explosion on June 1, 2022. The volcano has a history of VEI 1 and 2 eruptions since 1817.

Series of eruptions at Anak Krakatau, Indonesia

Series of eruptions at Anak Krakatau, Indonesia

Anak Krakatau, the infamous volcano situated between the islands of Java and Sumatra, has experienced a series of significant eruptions since June 6, 2023. The Indonesian volcano, known as the “Child of Krakatau,” is located in the crater formed by the devastating eruption of Mount Krakatau in 1883, one of the deadliest and most destructive in recorded history.

Increased activity at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

Increased activity at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano experienced an increase in activity over the past 12 hours, resulting in three intense eruptions from late March 27 to early March 28, 2023.

Increased activity at Lewotolo volcano, Indonesia

Increased activity at Lewotolo volcano, Indonesia

The activity at Lewotolo volcano, located in the Lesser Sunda Islands of Indonesia, intensified over the weekend. The Alert Level remains at 2 (on a scale of 1 – 4), and the public is warned to stay 2 km (1.2 miles) away from the summit crater.

Major eruption at Merapi volcano produces very large pyroclastic flow, Indonesia

Major eruption at Merapi volcano produces very large pyroclastic flow, Indonesia

A powerful eruption took place at Indonesia’s Merapi volcano at 05:12 UTC on March 11, 2023, producing massive pyroclastic flow near populated areas and blanketing nearby villages in ash. There were no immediate reports of casualties. The Alert Level remains at 3 (on a scale of 1-4), and the public is warned to stay 3 – 7 km (1.8 – 4.3 miles) away from the summit based on location.

Series of eruptions at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

Series of eruptions at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

A series of eruptions were registered at Anak Krakatau, a volcanic island located in the Sunda Strait between the islands of Java and Sumatra in Indonesia, on January 22 and 23, 2023. The first took place at 17:41, and was followed by at least 8 eruptions by 02:38 UTC on January 23.