![](https://shiawaves.com/english/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/02/IMG_20250214_103757_914-780x470.jpg)
Indonesian authorities raised the alert level for Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki to its highest tier on Thursday, citing increased seismic and volcanic activity. The decision extends the exclusion zone around the volcano on Flores Island and orders the evacuation of six nearby villages.
According to Indonesia’s geological agency head, Muhammad Wafid, monitoring revealed a sudden rise in volcanic earthquakes, indicating a potential eruption.
Authorities also warned of lahar floods, where volcanic debris and mudflows could pose risks if heavy rainfall occurs. The exclusion zone was expanded from five to six kilometers (three miles) around the crater.
Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, which erupted in November, previously caused fatalities and flight disruptions. Indonesia, located on the Pacific “Ring of Fire”, frequently experiences volcanic and seismic activity, making continuous monitoring essential for safety.