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The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Even MORE tourist hotspot flights cancelled after gargantuan volcanic eruption that spewed ash & sparked tsunami fear
DOZENS more flights to tourist hotspots have been cancelled after a massive ash cloud exploded from a volcano in Indonesia. Mount Lweotobi Laki-laki was seen 7 A gargantuan mushroom cloud was seen exploding out of the volcano 7 Dozens of flights have been cancelled or delayed because of the volcano Credit: AFP 7 Plumes of ash up to 11km shot into the air Authorities raised the highest red alert and residents have been urged to avoid activities within a 7km radius around the crater. Multiple airlines have since delayed or cancelled flights to and from Bali, the popular holiday destination west of Flores. These include Air India, Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Juneyao Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Virgin Australia. Bali's Gusti Ngurah rai International Airport showed that almost 40 flights have been cancelled due to the explosion. Read more on World A number of domestic AirAsia flights heading to Flores have also been axed. Japan's Meteorological Agency is investigating whether the eruption - with a 16,000-metre plume of ash - could spark a tsunami. The organisation said: "The possibility of a tsunami hitting Japan is currently under investigation. "If this eruption were to cause a tsunami to reach Japan, it is expected to arrive as early as 10pm in the Okinawa Prefecture area." Most read in The US Sun They added: "The expected maximum height of the tsunami is unknown." Shocking moment 1,000ft fiery lava jet erupts in 6-hour volcano frenzy as scientists warn of wind spreading toxic gas The humongous mushroom cloud towered over horrified locals who watched on as dark smoke spewed into the air. Visual observations taken earlier this week saw a significant increase in The country's It also warned of potential Volcano Observation Post Officer Yohanes Kolli Sorywutun confirmed the eruption in a statement. He said: "There was an He added that there was an "observed ash column height of 10,000m above the peak (11,584 m above sea level)". Authorities in Indonesia said: "The public and tourists are advised not to carry out activities within a radius of 7km and the southwest-northeast sector 8 km from the eruption center." They also advised all those nearby to "remain calm and follow the directions of the local government". "People around disaster-prone areas should be aware of the potential for lava floods if heavy rain occurs," authorities also warned. 7 Almost 40 flights have been cancelled to and from Bali Credit: EPA 7 People watch as Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki spews volcanic materials into the air Credit: AP 7 The country's volcanology agency said it had raised the volcano's alert to its highest and most dangerous level Credit: Alamy They provided instructions to the public if they encountered raining ash. "Residents affected by ash rain are advised to use masks or nose and mouth covers," officials said. In November last year, Hot ashes hit several villages, burning down houses including a convent of Catholic nuns. In April 2024, a remote Thousands were evacuated and an international airport was closed after Mount Ruang erupted several times. Within the same month, the 725-metre-tall volcano had already erupted more than half a dozen times, forcing more than 6,000 people to flee their homes. 7 10 people died after Mount Lewotobi spewed a fiery column of lava last year Credit: Reuters
Irish Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Climate
- Irish Daily Mirror
Volcano erupts sending ash 32,000ft into air with 'red alert' evacuation order
Thick clouds of ash have spewed into the skies over Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia after the huge volcano erupted. The volcano sent ash flying 32,000ft into the air and prompted the Australian Government to issue a red alert for aircraft in the vicinity. Locals within a two-mile radius of the volcano are being forced to evacuate due to the risks of pyroclastic flow - the careening currents of hot gas and volcanic debris that flow down the volcano. Have you been affected by the eruption? Email us at webnews@ For live updates, follow our blog below... Visual observation of Mt Lewotobi over the past few days showed a rapid surge in volcanic activity. Indonesia's volcanic agency raised the alert to its highest level. It also warned locals of potential lava flows. Japan's Meteorological Agency have launched an investigation over the eruption's potential to cause a tsunami. BREAKING: Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki in Indonesia has erupted "There was an eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 17:35 WITA with an observed ash column height of ± 10,000 m above the peak (± 11,584 m above sea level)," said the Volcano Observation… The eruption started at 5.34pm local time (11.34am UK time). According to initial data, the ash column shot 7.1 miles above sea level. Volcano Observation Post Officer, Yohanes Kolli Sorywutun said: "There was an eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 17:35 WITA with an observed ash column height of 10,000 m above the peak and 11,584 m above sea level." Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia has erupted, sending thick clouds of ash into the sky. Australian officials have issued a red alert over the risks posed by the eruption to aircraft.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Volcano erupts sending ash 32,000ft into air with 'red alert' evacuation order
Thick clouds of ash have spewed into the skies over Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia after the huge volcano erupted. The volcano spewed ash 32,000ft into the air and prompted the Australian Government to issue a red alert for aircraft in the vicinity. Locals within a two-mile radius of the volcano are being forced to evacuate due to the risks of pyroclastic flow - the careening currents of hot gas and volcanic debris that flow down the volcano. , , , , or visit homepage. The eruption started at 5.34pm local time (11.34am UK time). According to initial data, the ash column shot 7.1 miles above sea level. Volcano Observation Post Officer, Yohanes Kolli Sorywutun said: "There was an eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 17:35 WITA with an observed ash column height of 10,000 m above the peak and 11,584 m above sea level." Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia has erupted, sending thick clouds of ash into the sky. Australian officials have issued a red alert over the risks posed by the eruption to aircraft.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Flight ‘red alert' issued & tsunami fears as giant SIX-MILE high ash cloud soars from Mount Lewotobi volcano eruption
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A FLIGHT "red alert" has been issued and tsunami fears loom as a gargantuan six-mile high ash cloud soars from Mount Lewotobi after the volcano erupted. Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki is one of the 120 active volcanoes in Indonesia, an archipelago of 280 million people. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The Australian government has issued a red aviation alert following the unbelievable eruption 3 Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki has erupted Credit: X 3 Visual observations taken over the last two days saw a significant increase in volcanic activity from Mount Lewotobi The Australian government has issued a "red" aviation alert following the unbelievable eruption. And Japan's Meteorological Agency has launched an investigation into what the tsunami impact could be due to the explosion. Terrifying footage taken from a residential area nearby shows a gargantuan plume of grey smoke erupting from the volcano. Visual observations taken over the last two days saw a significant increase in volcanic activity from Mount Lewotobi. The country's volcanology agency said it had raised the alert level of the volcano to the most dangerous, warning of potential lava flows if it rains. Volcano Observation Post Officer Yohanes Kolli Sorywutun confirmed the eruption in a statement. He said: "There was an eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 17:35 WITA with an observed ash column height of 10,000m above the peak (11,584 m above sea level)." Authorities in Indonesia said: "The public and tourists are advised not to carry out activities within a radius of 7km and the southwest-northeast sector 8 km from the eruption center, and to remain calm and follow the directions of the local government." In November last year, 10 people died after Mount Lewotobi spewed a fiery column of lava. Hot ashes hit several villages, burning down houses including a convent of Catholic nuns. Indonesia sits on the "Pacific Ring of Fire", an area of high seismic activity atop multiple tectonic plates. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Flight ‘red alert' issued & tsunami fears as giant SIX-MILE high ash cloud soars from Mount Lewotobi volcano eruption
A RED alert has been issued for air traffic after a massive six-mile high ash cloud exploded in the sky from a volcano in Indonesia. Astonishing footage showed plumes of ash pouring into the sky from Mount Lewotobi. 3 The Australian government has issued a red aviation alert following the unbelievable eruption 3 Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki has erupted Credit: X 3 Visual observations taken over the last two days saw a significant increase in volcanic activity from Mount Lewotobi The Australian government has issued a "red" aviation alert following the unbelievable eruption. And Japan's Meteorological Agency has launched an investigation into what the tsunami impact could be due to the explosion. Terrifying footage taken from a residential area nearby shows a gargantuan plume of grey smoke erupting from the volcano. Visual observations taken over the last two days saw a significant increase in volcanic activity from Mount Lewotobi. The country's volcanology agency said it had raised the alert level of the volcano to the most dangerous, warning of potential lava flows if it rains. Volcano Observation Post Officer Yohanes Kolli Sorywutun confirmed the eruption in a statement. He said: "There was an eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 17:35 WITA with an observed ash column height of 10,000m above the peak (11,584 m above sea level)." Authorities in Indonesia said: "The public and tourists are advised not to carry out activities within a radius of 7km and the southwest-northeast sector 8 km from the eruption center, and to remain calm and follow the directions of the local government." Most read in The US Sun In November last year, Hot ashes hit several villages, burning down houses including a convent of Catholic nuns. More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Like us on Facebook at
