Indonesia's Mount erupts once again
(MENAFN) Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted once more on Monday, releasing thick plumes of volcanic ash into the atmosphere, according to the country’s Geology Agency.
The eruption launched volcanic debris up to 18 kilometers (11 miles) into the sky and spread ash across nearby villages. As of now, there have been no reports of injuries or fatalities.
The volcano also discharged scorching gas clouds that flowed rapidly down its slopes. The Geology Agency had already raised the alert level to its maximum after an earlier eruption occurred on June 18.
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki has a deadly history. In November of last year, an eruption claimed at least nine lives and left many others injured. A separate eruption took place in March this year but resulted in no casualties.
The volcano, which stands at 1,584 meters (5,197 feet), is part of a twin peak system alongside Mount Lewotobi Perempuan, both located in the Flores Timur district.
Indonesia, home to 120 active volcanoes, lies along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” an area marked by frequent seismic and volcanic activity due to tectonic fault lines.
In addition to the volcanic eruption, several areas in Jakarta experienced significant flooding after heavy rains pounded the city starting Saturday, as reported by local media.
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