Mount Ruang Erupts: 12,000 Flee, Tsunami Fears Rise in Indonesia
May 1, 2024Mount Ruang volcano in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, erupted, triggering evacuations for up to 12,000 people.
The eruption raised concerns about a potential tsunami and led to the closure of Manado's provincial capital airport due to volcanic ash.
Indonesia's volcanic alert status has been elevated to the highest level in response to the eruption.
Rescue operations are underway with the deployment of a rescue ship and warship to aid in evacuation efforts.
The recent eruption is the sixth in a series of major eruptions, sparking worries about their effect on weather and climate.
Indonesia's location in the 'Pacific Ring of Fire' makes it prone to frequent seismic and volcanic incidents.
There have been no reported casualties from the latest eruption.
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