Volcano Eruption in Indonesia: Evacuation of Tourists and Locals Continues

By Ivan PetrenkoNov 11, 2024 15:35 PMNews
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The eruption forces 16,000 people to evacuate. Source: unsplash

Indonesia's Mount Leat Tobi once again reminded everyone of its danger, recently spewing an ash column over 8 kilometers high, alarming both local authorities and tourists. On Saturday morning, at least three more eruptions occurred, prompting the government to expand the restricted zone around the crater in eastern Indonesia. The no-go area has now been extended to a 9-kilometer radius from the crater to minimize potential risks to people.

Since the start of the series of major eruptions last week, which resulted in the deaths of nine people, authorities have been actively organizing evacuations from nearby villages. Around 10,700 people have already been evacuated from the high-risk area out of the 16,000 planned. Three evacuation centers have been set up, with local authorities preparing three more to accommodate the incoming evacuees. Aris Rianto, a representative of the national disaster agency, mentioned that additional shelters might be needed to ensure everyone's safety.

Evacuees, including both locals and tourists, report acceptable conditions in the shelters: food and drinking water are available, though sleeping arrangements currently consist of simple mats, creating challenges for families with young children. There is still a shortage of essential supplies for toddlers, but volunteers and local authorities are working to provide everything necessary.

For tourists in the vicinity of the volcano or planning to visit the region, authorities advise caution and close attention to safety recommendations from local agencies.

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