Flights to and from Indonesia’s capital resume after volcanic eruption forced a 2-day closure
Summary
Flights to and from Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital, resumed after a two-day closure caused by ash from the eruption of Anak Krakatau volcano. Nearly 3,000 flights were canceled during the closure, which affected several airports in western Indonesia.Key Facts
- Anak Krakatau volcano erupted early Sunday, spreading ash over western Indonesia.
- Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and other airports serving Jakarta reopened just after midnight Tuesday.
- Three other airports remained closed until 10 a.m. due to changing wind that could carry ash.
- Nearly 2,961 flights were canceled, including 622 international flights, affecting about 341,000 passengers.
- Airports conducted inspections and cleaning to remove volcanic ash from runways and equipment.
- Anak Krakatau’s eruption ended Sunday but the volcano remained active with eruptions reported early Tuesday.
- Schools in areas affected by ash were allowed to switch to online learning temporarily.
- Anak Krakatau is located in the Sunda Strait and is the "child" of the larger Krakatau volcano, famous for a massive 1883 eruption.
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