Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:51am on 14 Jan 2024,Sunday Weather & Environment
Indonesia's Mount Marapi unleashed another eruption on Sunday, sending smoke and ash 1,300m high. No casualties were reported, but over 100 residents evacuated since the alert level was raised to Level 3 on Wednesday. The eruption's unpredictability, not linked to deep magma movement, poses challenges for forecasts. In early December, a surprise eruption claimed 24 lives. With over 120 active volcanoes, Indonesia remains vulnerable to seismic events due to its position on the Pacific "Ring of Fire." Authorities closely monitor Marapi, home to about 1,400 residents, emphasizing the need for preparedness amid ongoing volcanic activity.
