270,000 passengers affected as Southeast Asia’s largest economy closes seven airports for second day due to volcanic ash
Ash from Anak Krakatau, which sits halfway between Java and Sumatra islands, has blanketed Jakarta and several surrounding areas since it erupted late on Sept. 4, leading to the closure of the airports for safety reasons. At night, the lava from Anak Krakatau lit the sky red as it erupted. Residents were sweeping the dusty … Read more