Tsunami alert in Indonesia after Ruang volcano erupts several times
Ruang mountain's volcano had five major eruptions in the past 24 hours, according to Indonesia's Center for Volcanology.
Ruang mountain's volcano had five major eruptions in the past 24 hours, according to Indonesia's Center for Volcanology.
Published on Apr 18, 2024 09:54 AM IST 5 Photos
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A volcano erupted several times in Indonesia's outermost region overnight on April 17, forcing hundreds of people to be evacuated after it spewed lava and a column of smoke more than a mile into the sky. (AFP)
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Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert on Wednesday following eruptions at Ruang Mountain, sending ash thousands of feet high. Officials ordered more than 11,000 people to evacuate the area. (AFP)
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Authorities raised their volcano alert to its highest level. At least 800 residents left the area earlier Wednesday. (AFP)
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Indonesia's National Disaster Mitigation Agency said residents will be relocated to Manado, the nearest city, on Sulawesi island, a journey of six hours by boat. (AFP)
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Officials worry that part of the volcano could collapse into the sea and cause a tsunami as in a 1871 eruption there. (AP)
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