Volcanic activity at Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki, located in East Flores Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, remains highly intense. The Geological Agency of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) reported that the volcano erupted again on Tuesday afternoon at exactly 11:37 WITA, spewing an ash column up to 1.4 kilometers above the peak.
Based on observation data, the volcanic ash column was observed to be gray with a thick intensity, moving dominantly towards the west and northwest. Seismograph records showed that the eruption had a maximum amplitude of 47.3 millimeters with a recorded eruption duration of 1 minute and 27 seconds.
To date, the status of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki remains at Level III or "Siaga" (Alert). The Acting Head of the Geological Agency, Lana Saria, emphasized a strict ban on any activities for residents and tourists within a 5-kilometer radius of the eruption center to prevent unwanted risks.
In addition to the threat of direct eruptive material, residents living around river basins originating from the mountain peak are urged to increase vigilance against the threat of rain-induced lahar floods. Several areas of particular concern include Dulipali, Padang Pasir, Nobo, Nurabelen, Klatanlo, Hokeng Jaya, Boru, and Nawakote, especially when heavy rainfall hits the summit area.
The Geological Agency urges residents in areas affected by volcanic ash exposure to always wear masks to protect their respiratory health. Citizens are asked to remain calm and refer only to official government information, while continuing to strengthen coordination between regional authorities, the Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki Observation Post, and the Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG) to monitor the latest developments.
