Several Bali flights cancelled as Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano erupts; all about the volcano

An eruption of Indonesia's Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano spewed ash clouds more than 8 kilometres (5 miles) high, authorities said as they raised the alert status to the highest level, and an Australian airline cancelled some flights into Bali on Friday.

Some Bali flights have been cancelled as the Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano in Indonesia erupted, spewing ash clouds 8 km into the sky. The eruption of the volcano in East Nusa Tenggara province followed dozens of smaller ones since March 13, the national geological agency said in a statement.

What Is Lewotobi Laki-laki volcano?

Lewotobi Laki-Laki is an active stratovolcano located on Flores Island, Indonesia. It is part of a twin volcanic complex, with its counterpart Lewotobi Perempuan (meaning "Female Lewotobi"). Together, these two peaks are known as the Lewotobi Volcanoes, famous for their conical shape and frequent eruptions.

Key Facts About Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano

Location: Flores Island, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Type: Stratovolcano (composed of layers of hardened lava and ash)
Elevation: 1,584 meters (5,197 feet)
Twin Volcano: Lewotobi Perempuan (1,703 meters)
Eruption History: Frequent activity, last eruption recorded in 2003
Tectonic Setting: Located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area with high volcanic and seismic activity

Eruption History & Activity

Lewotobi Laki-Laki has a history of frequent eruptions, often accompanied by ash clouds and lava flows.

It had last erupted in 2003, producing ash plumes and minor explosions.

The volcano is closely monitored by Indonesia’s Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Center (PVMBG) due to its potential hazards.