Indonesia Closes 8 Airports Due to Volcanic Ash, Stranding 170,000 Passengers
Summary
Indonesia has closed eight airports, including its main international airport, after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatoa disrupted air traffic and stranded around 170,000 passengers. More than 1,500 flights have been delayed as ash spread across parts of Sumatra and nearby areas.
Key Points
- Indonesia suspended operations at its main international airport and seven other airports after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatoa entered airspace.
- Around 170,000 passengers were stranded and 1,558 flights were delayed across the affected airports.
- Authorities extended the suspension multiple times and designated some airports in Semarang and Surabaya as alternative landing locations.
- Volcanic ash also reached Bandar Lampung, covering roadsides and parked cars.
