Mount Semeru Blows! Aussies Face Travel Disruption

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A dramatic eruption on Indonesia’s Mount Semeru has triggered a red aviation alert, putting Australian flights to and from Bali at risk of delays or cancellations. Ash clouds have blanketed villages, forcing evacuations, and nearly 200 people remain stranded near the volcano. Here's what you need to know if you're planning to travel soon.  Stay updated and stay safe. Nature doesn’t send warnings twice. WooGlobe Ref : WGA883346 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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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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