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Volcanic eruption of Anak Krakatau disrupts air travel in Indonesia

The eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano has led to airport closures and thousands of canceled flights in Indonesia.

7 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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On Sunday, the eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano in Indonesia resulted in the closure of eight airports, including Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. According to Indonesian Minister of Transportation Dudy Purwagandhi, more than 150,000 passengers have been stranded due to the situation.

The volcanic eruption has dispersed ash that has been visible over parts of the country. This has led to thousands of canceled flights, with additional measures previously announced. The minister reported that hundreds of flights have been scrapped following the eruption.

The airports are currently closed, and the situation remains uncertain. The shutdown of the airports has significant repercussions for affected passengers who cannot continue their travel.

Reports indicate that other airports have also been affected, significantly impacting the aviation sector in Indonesia. The accumulated ash poses a danger to both aviation safety and public health.

The situation has been ongoing since the volcanic eruption, highlighting a clear need for further follow-up by authorities in the country. Several airports remain closed due to continued volcanic activity.

Soekarno-Hatta Airport will remain closed until at least 6:00 PM local time, disrupting the travel plans of thousands of passengers. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and are assessing the impact on air traffic.

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