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Brilio.net - Recently, netizens were shocked by a video clip of climbers of Mount Dukono running when the mountain in Halmahera, Maluku, suddenly erupted. After further investigation, the incident occurred because several people dared to climb Mount Dukono to summit the peak on Independence Day, August 17. In fact, before going to climb the mountain, they had been prohibited from climbing the mountain.
The video was uploaded by the Instagram account @anak_esa, which shows drone footage of climbers of Mount Dukono running down as the crater of the mountain near them spews hot volcanic ash.
" The moment when climbers were almost hit by eruption material when summiting Dukono peak on August 17, 2024, " wrote the account, as reported by brilio.net from liputan6.
The Instagram account also stated that Mount Dukono's activity is high to the point that its material is being thrown out of the crater. Climbers must also make a number of observations first before deciding to summit the mountain's peak area .
photo: Instagram/@anak_esa
"Observe the wind direction first, how strong the eruption is, and other considerations. Don't force yourself to summit when the situation doesn't allow it," the account added.
According to a report from the Center for Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation (PVMBG), throughout Monday <19 August 2024, from 00.00-24.00 WIT, Mount Dukono was recorded to have experienced 184 Eruption earthquakes with an amplitude of 7-34 mm, and an earthquake duration of 30.74-56.86 seconds, then experienced 61 Distant Tectonic earthquakes with an amplitude of 7-24 mm, SP 10.07-46.37 seconds and an earthquake duration of 60.19-96.98 seconds, and 1 Continuous Tremor earthquake with an amplitude of 1-6 mm, dominantly 2 mm.
The community and tourists around Mount Dukono are prohibited from carrying out activities, climbing, and approaching the Malupang Warirang Crater within a radius of 3 km. Given that eruptions with volcanic ash occur periodically and the spread of ash is influenced by wind direction and speed, so that the areas affected by ash can change, the community around Mount Dukono is advised to always prepare masks or nose and mouth covers. This is important to protect the respiratory system from the threat of volcanic ash when needed.
In addition to Mount Dukono, a number of other mountains in Indonesia are apparently still active and dangerous for climbers and the surrounding community. For that, you can find out by listening to the explanation from brilio.net about the 7 most dangerous mountains in Indonesia that have been summarized from various sources, Tuesday (20/8).
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Indonesia, as a country located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, is known to have a number of spectacular but also dangerous active volcanoes. From towering majestic peaks to craters that spew hot magma, some of these mountains have the potential for eruptions that are very threatening to human safety and the surrounding environment. The list of the most dangerous mountains in Indonesia is as follows:
Located in Central Java, Mount Merapi is one of the most active and dangerous volcanoes in Indonesia. With a history of frequent and violent eruptions, such as a major eruption in 2010 that caused widespread loss of life and damage, Merapi is known for its unpredictable volcanic activity. Eruptions are often accompanied by incandescent lava flows and pyroclastic flows that endanger the lives of people living in the surrounding area. This activity makes it one of the most wary mountains.
Mount Tambora, located in Sumbawa, is known for its massive eruption in 1815, one of the largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history. The eruption changed the global climate and caused the "year without a summer" in Europe and North America. The presence of a large caldera and the potential for further eruptions make Tambora one of the most dangerous volcanoes in Indonesia, with the risk of a major eruption that could have widespread impacts on human life and the environment.
Mount Slamet is one of the highest volcanoes in Indonesia and often shows volcanic activity. This mountain has the potential to erupt with major impacts on surrounding settlements.
Mount Agung in Bali is an active volcano with a history of significant eruptions, including a major eruption in 1963 that caused extensive damage and many fatalities. Volcanic activity at Mount Agung is often difficult to predict and can have a major impact on Balinese life and tourism. The risk of an intense eruption and its wide-ranging impacts make Agung one of the mountains to watch out for.
Mount Sinabung, located in North Sumatra, has been active again since 2010 after a long period of inactivity. Sinabung is known for its large eruptions and lava flows and hot clouds that often threaten the safety of surrounding residents. Intense and continuous volcanic activity makes Sinabung one of the most dangerous volcanoes in Indonesia, requiring high attention and preparedness from authorities and the community.
Krakatoa, located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra, is known for its catastrophic eruption in 1883 that caused a massive tsunami and the deaths of thousands of people. The eruption had global impacts and changed the topography of the surrounding area. Krakatoa's ongoing volcanic activity, including the emergence of a sub-volcano, Anak Krakatau, increases the risk of an eruption that could potentially cause major natural disasters and environmental changes around the Sunda Strait.
The mountain, located in North Sulawesi, often experiences explosive eruptions that spew lava and ash. The last major eruption occurred in 2018, causing the evacuation of residents.
(brl/wen)
