Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi unleashed a fiery spectacle on July 7, catapulting a volcanic ash column 18 kilometers into the sky 🌫️. The eruption turned day into twilight for residents of East Nusa Tenggara, with ash blanketing homes and roads like something out of a dystopian movie scene.
Authorities have raised the alert to Level IV – the highest tier – warning of potential lava flows, toxic gas emissions, and more explosive activity. 'Evacuate immediately if you’re within 5km of the crater,' urged Indonesia’s volcanology agency, as over 2,500 people fled to temporary shelters 🏃♂️💨.
This isn’t Lewotobi’s first rodeo 🐎. Part of the Pacific 'Ring of Fire,' Indonesia has 120+ active volcanoes. But this eruption’s scale has travelers and locals on edge, with flights rerouted and Bali-bound tourists advised to check updates ✈️🚫.
Scientists are monitoring 24/7, but nature’s playlist remains unpredictable. Stay tuned for live updates – and send positive vibes to those affected! 🙏 #NatureIsLitButScary
