Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki in eastern Indonesia erupted significantly, releasing a colossal ash tower, leading to widespread flight cancellations to and from Bali. The eruption occurred at 5.35pm local time, prompting officials to elevate Indonesia's disaster alert level to its highest. Volcanology experts urged a 7km exclusion zone around the volcano for safety. Major airlines such as Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Air New Zealand canceled multiple flights in response to the volcanic activity, while Bali’s airport remained operational with some disruptions. Despite the eruption, no immediate damages or casualties were reported.
Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki's eruption has forced the cancellation of numerous flights to and from Bali, reflecting the impact of volcanic activity on air travel.
Local officials raised Indonesia's disaster alert to the highest level due to the extensive ash cloud, which rose approximately 10,000 meters, leading to significant flight disruptions.
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