Lewotobi volcano erupts six times, ash reaches 3.1 km

Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, experienced six consecutive eruptions, sending volcanic ash as high as 3.1 kilometers into the atmosphere. The series of eruptions prompted authorities to raise alert levels and advise residents to avoid the danger zone. Local aviation may be affected due to ash dispersal. No immediate casualties have been reported, but monitoring continues for further activity.