Categories: World

Nine Killed In Indonesia After Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki Volcano Errupts

At least nine people have lost their lives following a powerful eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Flores Island in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province. The volcano erupted late Sunday night, releasing plumes of lava, volcanic ash, and molten rock, prompting authorities to evacuate nearby villages and raise the alert level to the highest, level IV, according to The Center of Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG).

Hadi Wijaya, a PVMBG spokesperson, reported that the eruption occurred at 11:57 p.m. local time, followed by power outages, heavy rain, and intense lightning, which created panic among residents. Fiery lava flows and volcanic rocks impacted communities within a four-kilometer radius, causing extensive damage to homes and property in nearby villages.

Social media images reveal a scene of devastation, with volcanic debris covering houses in villages such as Hokeng, where fires ignited by hot volcanic material have ravaged structures. Initially, authorities reported nine fatalities, but this figure was later revised to six following an assessment by local officials.

Heronimus Lamawuran, an East Flores district official, confirmed that evacuations began early Monday, moving residents to safer areas about 20 kilometers from the volcano. Authorities are still assessing the full impact, including the number of evacuees and extent of property damage.

Indonesia, situated along the seismically active “Pacific Ring of Fire,” frequently experiences volcanic eruptions. This recent event follows a series of eruptions in 2024, including those of Mount Ibu in Halmahera and Ruang volcano in North Sulawesi, which forced thousands to evacuate. In May, flash floods and lava flows from Mount Marapi in West Sumatra resulted in over 60 fatalities, underscoring the risks communities face in this geologically active region.

As evacuation efforts continue, Indonesian authorities are focused on ensuring the safety of affected residents and monitoring Mount Lewotobi for further volcanic activity.

Also Read: Canadian MP Condemns Attack On Hindu-Canadian Devotees By Khalistani Extremists in Brampton Temple

Swastika Sruti

Recent Posts

What Is Typhon Missile System? Philippines Announces Plans To Buy The Weapons System From US

The Philippines has confirmed plans to acquire the US-made Typhon missile system, a move that…

30 mins ago

KJS Cement Case: SC Refuses To Quash 2nd FIR Against Pawan Kumar Ahluwalia

The Supreme Court of India declined to intervene in a case involving Pawan Kumar Ahluwalia…

43 mins ago

Honda And Nissan Outline Ambitious Path To Merger In Industry Restructuring

Japanese car manufacturers Honda and Nissan have announced intentions to combine forces, paving the way…

51 mins ago

Lakshmi Puri Moves Delhi HC Against Saket Gokhale Over Defamation Ruling

Former United Nations Assistant Secretary-General Lakshmi Puri has filed a petition with the Delhi High…

53 mins ago

Tamil Nadu Bakery Honors Ratan Tata With A 7-Foot Ice Cake Statue Featuring His Beloved Dog Tito

A Tamil Nadu bakery unveiled a 7-foot ice cake statue of Ratan Tata with his…

58 mins ago

PV Sindhu Ties The Knot With Venkata Datta Sai In Udaipur: Viral Photos Revealed

PV Sindhu married Venkata Datta Sai in a traditional ceremony in Udaipur on December 22.…

2 hours ago