Strong eruption at Anak Krakatau closes 8 airports, disrupts 1 558 flights in Indonesia

"Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau prompted temporary closures at eight airports across western Indonesia. As of 17:06 WIB (10:06 UTC), the Ministry of Transportation reported 1 558 delayed flights and approximately 170 000 affected passengers, while the closures were extended through 24:00 WIB (17:00 UTC). The volcano remained at Level III (Siaga), with a 3 km (2 miles) exclusion zone around its center of activity." W