Volcanic eruption halts flights at Jakarta and seven other Indonesian airports

Mount Anak Krakatoa erupted, causing Indonesia to suspend operations at six airports on Sunday, affecting thousands of passengers. The volcano erupted on Saturday, producing lava fountains and loud sounds audible up to 700km away. Two more eruptions were recorded on Sunday. Volcanic ash was detected in the airspace around Soekarno-Hatta International Airport near Jakarta, leading to initial operational suspensions. The transport ministry extended these suspensions due to confirmed volcanic ash presence and increased eruptive activity.

Volcanic eruptions from Mount Anak Krakatoa have caused the suspension of hundreds of flights at Indonesia's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, stranding over 22,000 passengers. The ash cloud was detected in airspace near Jakarta on Sunday morning, leading to the cancellation of 209 flights. The volcano began erupting late Friday night, with further eruptions occurring early Sunday. The flight suspensions, which primarily impact routes to Singapore, Doha, Sydney, and Kuala Lumpur, have been extended. Authorities have confirmed no tsunami warning is in effect. Residents in affected areas have been advised to stay indoors and wear masks due to potential health risks from the volcanic ash.

Indonesia's main airport, Soekarno-Hatta International, suspended flights on Sunday due to volcanic ash from the erupting Mount Anak Krakatau. The airport announced the suspension until 1:30 PM local time following increased eruptive activity from the volcano, located over 150 km away. Volcanic ash was detected at the airport, prompting the decision for safety reasons. This disruption affected numerous flights, including international services. Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation with airlines and meteorological agencies.

Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupted early Sunday, causing volcanic ash to drift across western Indonesia and leading to the cancellation of flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. The eruption, lasting 30 seconds, occurred at 3:53 a.m. local time. While no casualties or evacuations were reported, authorities warned people to stay at least 3 kilometers from the active crater. Two ash clouds were detected, with one reaching 20,000 feet and affecting Jakarta, while another ascended to 50,000 feet, impacting several provinces and surrounding waters. The airport temporarily suspended operations from 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., resulting in flight cancellations and passengers seeking refunds.