Indonesia's Volcanic Ash Cloud: A Sobering Reminder of Our Fragile Connection to Nature The recent eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia sent a plume of ash soaring 50,000 feet into the air, causing widespread disruption.
Flights were grounded and schools shut down due to the volcanic ash cloud, highlighting our continued vulnerability to natural disasters.
A total of 209 flights were affected, including international services at Jakarta's Soekarno Hatta International Airport, one of Asia's busiest hubs.