Indonesia volcano eruption leaves 270,000 stranded as airports extend closure

Anak Krakatau, which lies about 150km from the capital Jakarta, began erupting late on Friday. Some 270,000 passengers have been left stranded across Indonesia after a volcanic eruption grounded more than 2,000 flights and forced airports to suspend operations for a second day. Anak Krakatau, located 150km (90mi) from Jakarta, began erupting late on Friday, producing lava fountains and sending volcanic ash into the capital and the Lampung province [1].

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1. bbc.co.uk · Indonesia volcano eruption leaves 270,000 stranded as airports extend closure Sep 7, 2026
2. bbc.co.uk · The volunteers risking their lives to defuse Indonesia's wildfire 'carbon bombs' Sep 6, 2026
3. bbc.co.uk · Volcano eruption triggers flight suspensions at Indonesia's main airport Sep 6, 2026

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