Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano Eruption Disrupts Flights and Forces Evacuations in Indonesia

The ongoing eruption on Flores Island has raised the alert level to 4, with ash clouds affecting air travel, power, and local safety measures.

The Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano on Flores Island erupted on March 20, 2025, spewing ash and rock kilometers into the air.
Authorities have raised the alert level to 4 out of 5, advising residents and tourists to evacuate or avoid an 8-kilometer radius around the crater.
Ash clouds from the eruption have disrupted flights to and from Bali, including cancellations by airlines like Jetstar to Denpasar airport.
The eruption has caused power outages in nearby populated areas, with many residents fleeing their homes for safety.
Part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, the volcano has been active since late 2023, with previous eruptions displacing thousands and causing fatalities.