Three individuals lost their lives following the sudden eruption of a volcano in Indonesia earlier today. Mount Dukono emitted ash plumes reaching heights of up to 10km while a group of hikers was exploring the area.
During the incident, 15 people were safely evacuated from the 1,335m-high mountain, with two porters from the hiking party assisting in the recovery of the deceased, as reported by local police chief Erlichson Pasaribu.
Since late March, Mount Dukono has experienced close to 200 eruptions, according to the Volcanological Survey of Indonesia. The site is currently categorized as a Level Two on the volcano alert system, indicating heightened volcanic activity and the need for vigilance.
Pasaribu mentioned that a group of 20 hikers, consisting of nine foreigners and 11 locals, disregarded a climbing prohibition to enter Mount Dukono. The bodies of the deceased individuals are located at higher altitudes, complicating rescue operations due to ongoing eruptions and challenging terrain.
Authorities had disseminated warnings extensively through social media and posted banners at trail access points to caution the public.
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