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The eruption of the Anak Krakatoa volcano forces the closure of Jakarta's airport
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The eruption of the Anak Krakatoa volcano forces the closure of Jakarta's airport

El Periódico Mediterráneo - General6 September 2026 at 08:15

The eruption of the Anak Krakatoa volcano forced the temporary closure of Jakarta's international airport, one of the main air connection hubs in Southeast Asia. The closure was due to the presence of volcanic ash in the atmosphere, according to information from the Indonesian government.

More than two hundred flight movements were affected by the airport closure, impacting approximately 22,000 passengers. The Indonesian government confirmed these figures on Sunday.

Anak Krakatoa is the same volcano that caused a tsunami in 2018, causing destruction and deaths in the region. Recent volcanic activity has once again raised concerns about safety in the area.

The closure of Jakarta's airport represents a significant impact on air travel in the region, affecting thousands of people who depend on this important connection hub in Southeast Asia.

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