World · 1 September 2026

US embassy warns of Indonesia volcano eruption risk

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The US Embassy in Indonesia issued a natural disaster alert on Tuesday after Mount Sinabung erupted, sending ash 3,500 metres above its summit. Indonesian authorities are warning that more eruptions are possible in the region, which includes popular tourist spots. Officials have told people not to go within three kilometres of the summit, with a larger exclusion zone to the south-southeast.

By BriefTea Editorial · 1 September 2026 at 11:20

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