Semeru volcano erupted twice, risk level increased

The Semeru volcano, located in the eastern part of Indonesia's Java island, recently erupted twice. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

According to the Antara News agency, the volcano was active twice within one day, causing concern among the local population. The first eruption occurred at 05:01 local time and lasted approximately 140 seconds, but this process was not visible.

Then at 09:28, another strong eruption was recorded. The second eruption lasted 145 seconds, with black ash rising to a height of 500 meters and directed southeast.

Local officials announced that the Semeru volcano is currently at "Level 2 - Warning." For this reason, all activities are strictly prohibited within an 8-kilometer radius from the volcano's summit in the Besuk Kobokan area.

These measures have been implemented to ensure the safety of the population. Indonesia is considered one of the countries with the most active volcanoes in the world.

The country is located at the center of a geological zone called the Pacific Ring of Fire, where earthquakes, storms, and volcanic eruptions frequently occur. Currently, more than 130 active volcanoes have been recorded in Indonesia.

This situation requires the country to be prepared for natural disasters.