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Anak Krakatau eruption cancels over 300 flights in Indonesia

Anak Krakatau eruption cancels over 300 flights in Indonesia

Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupted on Friday, sending ash up to 50,000ft and causing six airports to suspend operations. The eruption has impacted 301 flights, 58 of which were international, and Jakarta's primary airport suspended its services until 5:30pm local time on Sunday. Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines have called off all their flights serving Jakarta for the remainder of the day.

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