Indonesia cancels flights as Anak Krakatau volcano erupts
Two new islands and additional landmass have emerged in the waters surrounding Indonesia's Mount Anak Krakatau following a major eruption last month. The Geology Agency reported that lava flows expanded the volcano by 32.8 hectares, while satellite imagery identified the nearby land formations. The prior eruption grounded flights for days, halted operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta for over 209 flights and 22,000 passengers, and suspended flights at Singkawang Airport in West Kalimantan for a month due to haze.
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- ✓ Two new islands have emerged in waters surrounding Mount Anak Krakatau following a major eruption last month, the head of Indonesia's volcano monitoring agency said.
- ✓ Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano expanded by 32.8 hectares (81 acres) after eruptions produced lava flows, the country's Geology Agency said.
- ✓ Satellite imagery detected two new land formations nearby by comparing Sentinel satellite images from August 8 and September 15.
- ✓ Anak Krakatau erupted early on Sunday, 6 September 2026, prompting the cancellation of all flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
What changed
Scientists have confirmed the appearance of two new land formations and islands near the volcano following last month's eruptions.
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Two New Islands Form Near Anak Krakatau Volcano
Two new islands and additional landmass have emerged in the waters surrounding Indonesia's Mount Anak Krakatau following a major eruption last month. The Geology Agency reported that lava flows expanded the volcano by 32.8 hectares, while satellite imagery identified the nearby land formations. The prior eruption grounded flights for days, halted operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta for over 209 flights and 22,000 passengers, and suspended flights at Singkawang Airport in West Kalimantan for a month due to haze.
Why it matters
Anak Krakatau sits in the Sunda Strait and represents one of Indonesia's most active volcanic threats. The recent geological expansion demonstrates the profound physical changes caused by the prolonged eruption sequence that disrupted regional aviation last month. Scientists are actively working to analyze the exact composition and permanence of the newly detected land formations.
What is confirmed
- Two new islands have emerged in waters surrounding Mount Anak Krakatau following a major eruption last month, the head of Indonesia's volcano monitoring agency said.
- Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano expanded by 32.8 hectares (81 acres) after eruptions produced lava flows, the country's Geology Agency said.
- Satellite imagery detected two new land formations nearby by comparing Sentinel satellite images from August 8 and September 15.
- Anak Krakatau erupted early on Sunday, 6 September 2026, prompting the cancellation of all flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Still unconfirmed
- Scientists are working to determine the permanent status and exact geological classification of the newly created land formations.
What to watch next
- Further scientific assessments determining whether the new land formations will remain stable or erode
- Official updates from the Geology Agency regarding ongoing volcanic activity and aviation hazard levels
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Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupts, disrupting flights and daily life
Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano eruption has caused widespread disruptions, including flight cancellations and suspensions at multiple airports. Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta was forced to suspend operations due to volcanic ash, affecting over 209 flights and 22,000 passengers. The eruption has also impacted air travel in West Kalimantan, with flight operations at Singkawang Airport halted for a month due to haze.
Why it matters
The Anak Krakatau volcano has been erupting since September 4, causing significant disruptions to air travel, daily life, and search operations for missing individuals. The volcano's eruption has resulted in the suspension of flights at several airports, stranding thousands of passengers. The Indonesian authorities have been working to mitigate the impact of the eruption and ensure public safety.
What is confirmed
- Soekarno-Hatta International Airport suspended flight operations due to volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau.
- The suspension of flight operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport affected over 209 flights and 22,000 passengers.
- Flight operations at Singkawang Airport in West Kalimantan were halted for a month due to haze.
- The eruption of Anak Krakatau volcano forced six airports to suspend operations.
- A total of 301 flights at Jakarta's main airport were affected by the eruption.
Still unconfirmed
- Up to 200 domestic helpers bound for Hong Kong remain stranded in Indonesia.
What to watch next
- Resumption of flight operations at affected airports
- Update on search operations for missing individuals
- Assessment of the eruption's impact on the environment and local communities
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Eight people missing near Anak Krakatau volcano
Search operations are underway for eight people who disappeared near the Anak Krakatau volcano. The missing group includes five journalists, among them freelance cameraman Firdaus Wajidi from Anadolu. These individuals were traveling by speedboat to document the eruption. Separately, up to 200 domestic helpers bound for Hong Kong remain stranded in Indonesia. While eight airports in Indonesia have reopened, some international airlines continue to suspend services as the region recovers from the eruptive phase that began on 4 September.
Why it matters
The eruption disrupted nearly 3,000 flights and stranded over 340,000 passengers. While local airports have resumed operations, the incident has created a logistical backlog for international travelers and migrant workers.
What is confirmed
- Eight people are missing near the Anak Krakatau volcano.
- Five journalists are among the missing, including Anadolu freelance cameraman Firdaus Wajidi.
- The missing group was traveling by speedboat to cover the volcanic eruption.
Still unconfirmed
- Up to 200 Hong Kong-bound helpers are stranded in Indonesia.
What to watch next
- Results of the search for the eight missing individuals
- Updates on the status of stranded Hong Kong-bound helpers
- Further flight cancellations from Emirates or Qatar Airways
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Indonesia reopens airports after Anak Krakatau eruption strands 340,000
Indonesian authorities have reopened eight airports, including two in Jakarta, after a major eruptive phase of the Anak Krakatau volcano began on 4 September. The volcanic ash cloud disrupted nearly 3,000 flights and stranded over 340,000 passengers over the weekend. While local facilities resume operations, international disruptions persist; Emirates cancelled three Dubai-Jakarta flights and Qatar Airways suspended a service on Tuesday. To manage the backlog, Singapore Airlines added eight relief flights between Singapore and Jakarta on 8 September.
Why it matters
Anak Krakatau is located on a small island in the Sunda Strait. Volcanic ash poses a severe risk to jet engines, necessitating the total shutdown of airspace when clouds reach high altitudes.
What is confirmed
- Anak Krakatau began a major eruptive phase on 4 September.
- Eight airports, including two serving Jakarta, closed due to the eruption.
- The eruption disrupted nearly 3,000 flights and stranded more than 340,000 passengers.
- Singapore Airlines added eight relief flights between Singapore and Jakarta on 8 September.
Still unconfirmed
- Emirates cancelled three Dubai-Jakarta flights and Qatar Airways suspended a service on Tuesday.
What to watch next
- Updates on flight rescheduling for UAE and GCC carriers
- Official confirmation of full airspace clearance across all eight affected airports
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Indonesia Airports Reopen as Anak Krakatau Erupts
Indonesia is gradually restoring air operations after the eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano sent an ash cloud 50,000 feet into the sky. Volcanic ash forced the shutdown of multiple airports, stranding hundreds of thousands of travelers and disrupting thousands of flights across the country. Authorities have begun clearing critical aviation infrastructure, allowing several closed facilities to resume operations. Regional carriers are responding to the backlog by introducing relief flights between affected hubs, while passengers continue to face travel delays and queue for refunds.
Why it matters
Mount Anak Krakatau began erupting late on September 4, triggering a two-day closure of flights to and from the capital of Jakarta. The disruption rippled across the regional transport network, halting transportation hubs and isolating travelers. Volcanic ash presents severe hazards to jet engines, necessitating prolonged ground stops until authorities can verify safe conditions.
What is confirmed
- Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano erupted this weekend, sending a cloud of ash 50,000ft into the sky.
- Five airports reopen after authorities cleared volcanic ash from critical infrastructure.
- Flights to and from Indonesia's capital of Jakarta have resumed after a two-day closure.
- Singapore Airlines has added eight relief flights between Singapore and Jakarta on Sept 8 for customers affected by volcanic activity.
- Mount Anak Krakatau is about 850km south-south-east of Singapore and began erupting late on Sept 4.
Still unconfirmed
- The eruption has stranded 270,000 passengers.
- The eruption has stranded around 341,000 passengers and caused nearly 3,000 canceled or delayed flights.
- Volcanic ash closed eight airports and canceled 2,300 flights, stranding over 268,000 travellers.
What to watch next
- Full reopening status of all previously closed airports
- Updates on remaining stranded passenger counts and airline refund queues
- Further announcements regarding school remote learning extensions or safety restrictions
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Indonesia Keeps Airports Closed as Anak Krakatau Erupts
Indonesia maintains closures at several airports while shifting schools to remote learning following the eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano. The volcanic activity has disrupted major transportation hubs, halting hundreds of flights and stranding travelers. By Sunday evening, the suspension of eight airports impacted 170,000 passengers across 1,558 canceled flights. This total includes 963 canceled flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta airport alone. Although officials report that the eruption is easing, authorities continue to restrict normal operations to ensure public safety.
Why it matters
The Anak Krakatau volcanic island erupted and produced a massive ash cloud that forced widespread cancellations across Indonesian aviation networks. Major international hubs halted operations to protect passengers and aircraft from volcanic debris. Indonesia frequently experiences seismic disruptions due to its position on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
What is confirmed
- Indonesia maintains closures at several airports and shifts schools to remote learning following the eruption of Anak Krakatau.
- The volcanic eruption forced the cancellation of hundreds of flights and left 170,000 people stranded.
- By Sunday evening, eight airport closures affected 1,558 canceled flights, including 963 flights at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta airport.
What to watch next
- Official announcements regarding the reopening of the remaining closed airports
- Updates on whether remote learning for schools will be extended
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