00:00A massive volcano just erupted in Indonesia, and if you're flying from Australia, this could ruin your travel plans.
00:07Mount Semeru, the tallest volcano on Java Island, exploded with terrifying force, sending ash and gas high into the sky.
00:15Villages nearby are now buried in ash, and hundreds of people have been forced to flee.
00:20Australia's Bureau of Meteorology has issued a red aviation alert after spotting the ash cloud from space.
00:26No flights to or from Bali have been canceled just yet, but travelers are being told to brace for sudden changes.
00:33The eruption also left nearly 200 people stranded on the mountain, including hikers and guides, trapped by dangerous conditions.
00:40Thankfully, they're safe for now at a nearby monitoring post.
00:44Indonesia sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where volcanoes and earthquakes are a constant threat.
00:49With over 120 active volcanoes, it's the most volcanically active nation on Earth.
00:55This eruption is a powerful reminder of nature's fury, and why travelers should always stay alert when heading to the Ring of Fire.
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