Ash from Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano Disrupts Flights to and from Bali

Ash from the frequent eruptions of the Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano in Indonesia has caused significant disruptions to air travel, resulting in the cancellation of numerous flights to and from Bali. According to the Denpasar International Airport website, several flights operated by different airlines were canceled due to the ash cloud from the volcano’s eruptions on both Tuesday night and Wednesday[1].

The affected flights include those to and from Singapore, multiple airports in Australia, and Shanghai. The ongoing volcanic activity has posed a significant risk to air travel, prompting the cancellation of all flights in the region until the situation improves[1].

The Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano began erupting on November 3, resulting in the deaths of nine people and injuring 31 others, as reported by Indonesia’s Disaster Agency, Badan Nasional Penanggulangan Bencana (BNPB). The volcano has continued to erupt several times since the initial event, with the most recent eruption occurring around 6 p.m. on Tuesday night, Indonesian time.

The eruptions have also led to the evacuation of 11,553 citizens, with 23 homes and 25 schools damaged in the process. The ash cloud has been visible in great detail, looming over villages in the affected areas.