Mount Ibu in Indonesia erupted, sending ash four kilometers high and prompting safety advisories.

Indonesia's Mount Ibu erupted on Saturday, sending hot lava and a column of ash four kilometers into the air. The volcano, located on Halmahera island, is one of Indonesia's most active, with over 2,000 eruptions last year. While no new evacuations were ordered, authorities advised people within 4-5.5 kilometers of the peak to leave and to wear face masks and goggles due to potential ashfall. Indonesia experiences frequent volcanic activity as it sits on the Pacific "Ring of Fire."

2 months ago
28 Articles