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Mount Ruang Eruptions Continue, Thousands Evacuated in Indonesia

The ongoing volcanic activity at Mount Ruang in Indonesia has led to repeated evacuations and concerns over further eruptions and tsunamis.

  • Mount Ruang in Indonesia has experienced multiple eruptions since late Tuesday, prompting mass evacuations and the closure of nearby airports.
  • Authorities maintain a high alert level, with an exclusion zone of six kilometers around the volcano, amid fears of further eruptions and potential tsunamis.
  • More than 11,000 residents have been evacuated from the danger zone, with many seeking shelter in makeshift accommodations.
  • Volcanic ash from the eruptions has disrupted air travel and covered local communities, raising health and safety concerns.
  • Officials warn that the volcanic activity is not subsiding, indicating a continued threat to the region.
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