Indonesia Grapples with Earthquake, Volcanic Eruptions, and Forest Fires

POLICY WIRE — Jakarta, Indonesia — Indonesia is managing a series of urgent challenges, including the aftermath of a deadly earthquake, increased volcanic activity, and ongoing forest fires. Eight...

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September 8, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Jakarta, Indonesia — Indonesia is managing a series of urgent challenges, including the aftermath of a deadly earthquake, increased volcanic activity, and ongoing forest fires.

Eight airports were forced to close over the weekend after volcanic ash was detected in the sky, causing nearly 3,000 flights to be canceled and leaving more than 340,000 travelers stuck.

Travelers are now turning to ground transportation as air travel becomes increasingly difficult due to the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Train tickets are selling out quickly, while airfares have spiked significantly.

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