Tragedy Strikes as Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano Erupts in Indonesia
The Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano on Indonesia’s Flores Island erupted multiple times overnight, resulting in at least ten fatalities and extensive damage to nearby villages. The eruption, which spewed ash and lava, prompted mass evacuations as authorities warned of potential lava flows exacerbated by rain. Local images show villages blanketed in ash, with wooden homes ignited by lava. The volcano’s alert level has been raised to maximum, and the nearby Maumere airport is temporarily closed. This event follows recent eruptions earlier in the week, highlighting the region’s ongoing volcanic activity.