No Dangerous Gases Found at Site Where Family Died in Indonesia

An investigation into the deaths of a family of four at a glamping site in Posong, Temanggung, Central Java, has found no evidence of dangerous volcanic or natural gases. The Indonesian Geological Agency deployed a team to the site to conduct environmental checks using gas detectors.

Measurements taken at several points revealed a carbon dioxide (CO2) concentration of 0.03 percent. Critically, there were zero parts per million of toxic gases such as hydrogen sulfide (H2S), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and carbon monoxide (CO). "Based on the temporary measurement results at the inspection site, there is no indication of dangerous volcanic gas concentrations in the measurement area," stated Lana Saria, acting head of the Geological Agency.

The vegetation around the site also appeared normal, showing no signs of damage from gas exposure. Mount Sundoro, a nearby volcano, remains at its normal activity level (Level I). The family, identified as MAM (52), M (43), AEH (17), and BAH (21), had arrived at the tourist spot on Tuesday, May 26. They were discovered deceased and stiff inside their tent by site staff on Wednesday, May 27, after failing to respond to calls.

Barbecue equipment and leftover food were found at the scene. Police have conducted autopsies and are awaiting laboratory results on the food. The victims were residents of Desa Panjang, Ambarawa District, Semarang Regency.