The status of volcanic activity on Mount Semeru in East Java has been raised to a level four alert—the highest danger category—shortly after it erupted on Nov. 19, around 8 p.m.
Authorities ordered evacuations across three villages in two districts—Supit Urang and Oro-Oro Ombo in Pronojiwo District, and Penanggal in Candipuro District—within Lumajang Regency.
Local disaster agencies evacuated around 300 residents.
The Indonesian government has declared a seven-day state of emergency, instructing officials to assess the impact, including potential casualties, displacement, and infrastructure damage.
Hot clouds travelled less than 13 km, according to Indonesia’s Center for Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation (PVMBG)….
Hundreds Evacuated as Indonesia Raises Mount Semeru to Highest Alert
