Indonesia Volcano Triggers Massive Air Travel Disruption, 8 Airports Closed
What Happened
Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupted in the Sunda Strait, sending volcanic ash across Jakarta, Banten, West Java and Lampung. Authorities temporarily closed eight airports, including Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma airports, leading to widespread flight cancellations and disruptions.
Key Takeaways
The eruption caused one of the region's biggest aviation disruptions, affecting over 1,500 flights and around 170,000 passengers, as ash plumes rose up to 20,000-50,000 feet and drifted across western Indonesia. No casualties or evacuation orders were reported.