Hundreds Displaced as Mount Semeru Erupts in East Java
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JAKARTA – Hundreds of Indonesians are currently sheltering in temporary accommodations following an eruption of Mount Semeru, a volcano located on the main island of Java. The eruption, which began on Wednesday afternoon, caused damage to homes and a school, prompting the evacuation of approximately 190 people from the volcano’s slopes, according to authorities. More details can be found at Channel News Asia.
Alert Level Raised
Mount Semeru, situated in eastern Java, unleashed a plume of ash and gas extending over 13 kilometers into the atmosphere. In response,Indonesian officials elevated the volcano’s alert status to its highest level.
Ongoing Volcanic Activity and Evacuation Efforts
While volcanic activity has subsided somewhat, the Indonesian geological agency reports that fluctuations continue as of Thursday. East Java’s rescue agency has mobilized personnel to support evacuation efforts. Prahista Dian,an agency official,stated that 956 individuals residing near the volcano have been relocated to schools,mosques,and government buildings.
“We’ve also deployed personnel to search for whether there are still residents trapped or not,” Dian added.
Residents Describe the Eruption
Disaster agency official Sultan Syafaat noted that evacuees are remaining in shelters overnight, likely due to the trauma experienced during the eruption. faiz Ramadhani,a local resident,described the event to AFP as “very horrible.”
At that time,four o’clock in the afternoon,it was like midnight. It was very dark.
Faiz Ramadhani, Resident
Continued Monitoring
Authorities are continuing to monitor Mount Semeru closely and provide assistance to those affected by the eruption.
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