Airport Closures due to Eruption of Lewotobi - East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

On 08 July, due to an eruption at Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki two airports are temporarily closed due to the impact of ash distribution. The Larantuka Airport and Maumere Airport may resume operations by 09 July. Lewotobi Laki-Laki remains at the highest ALERT LEVEL IV. Residents and tourists are urged to refrain from conducting activities within a 6-kilometer radius from the eruption center, as well as within the southwest-northeast sector up to 7 kilometers.

Advice

Observe the exclusion zone and do not engage in/conduct activities around 6 km of the eruption center for Mount Lewotobi. In case of eruption, avoid non-essential travel due to thick ash cover, low visibility, and respiratory risks. Check with the airport or your travel agent/airline to determine if your travel plans are affected. Contact the respective local authorities to better understand regulations and restrictions of the mountain area.