Volcanic eruption halts flights at Jakarta and seven other Indonesian airports
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- Indonesia halted operations at eight airports, including its main international hub, after ash from Anak Krakatau disrupted hundreds of flights.
- The eruption also interrupted some school activities and fishing, while booming sounds reportedly carried up to 700 kilometers.
Indonesia halted operations at eight airports on Sunday after an ash cloud from Anak Krakatau disrupted hundreds of flights, including services from the country’s main international hub.
The eruption took place on Saturday and produced lava and booming sounds. Indonesia’s geology agency said the sounds could be heard as far as 435 miles, or 700 kilometers, away.
The volcanic activity also disrupted some school activities and fishing, adding to the impact beyond air travel.
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