(AFP)A volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted on Sunday, spewing an ash cloud seven kilometres into the sky as authorities warned residents to shelter indoors. It is the latest of around 100 eruptions from the volcano since early this year. "People have been advised to avoid outdoor activities and shelter indoors while the ash mixed with sand is still raining down," Abdul said. According to the Geology Agency, Ibu recorded an average of 58 eruptions per day in 2023. Indonesia, a vast archipelago nation, experiences frequent seismic and volcanic activity due to its position on the Pacific "Ring of Fire".

Source: The Standard June 02, 2024 11:53 UTC