Mount Anak Krakatau, located in the waters of the Sunda Strait, has once again shown significant volcanic activity. The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG) reported an eruption on Wednesday (8/7/2026) at 11:47 WIB, with an ash column spewing 200 meters above the peak, or reaching 357 meters above sea level.
Field monitoring data showed a gray-to-black ash column of thick intensity moving inclined toward the northwest. This activity was recorded on a seismogram with a maximum amplitude of 50 mm for 42 seconds. Given these conditions, relevant authorities have set the status of Mount Anak Krakatau at Level III or Alert (Siaga), which requires all activities of the public, tourists, and fishermen to be halted within a 3-kilometer radius of the active crater.
A member of the Indonesian Disaster Experts Association (IABI), Daryono, emphasized that independent mitigation is key to facing the threat of volcanic disasters. He stressed four crucial points, including absolute compliance with the no-entry zone and increased vigilance for residents along the coastline of the Sunda Strait.
Daryono advised residents to start mapping evacuation routes to high ground and preparing coordinated assembly points. In addition, the public is urged to maintain environmental sanitation quality by tightly covering water sources and wearing masks to avoid exposure to volcanic ash, which poses risks to the respiratory system and eyes.
Furthermore, Daryono reminded the public not to be easily influenced by invalid information. He urged people to always monitor the latest developments through the Geological Agency's official channels to avoid hoaxes that could potentially trigger panic among the public.
