ash Plume to 6,000 ft (1,800 m) as of Oct 9, 09:50 UTC
The Krakatau volcano in Indonesia has erupted, sending an ash plume up to 6,000 feet into the atmosphere. Aviation authorities have issued an advisory as the ash cloud moves westward.
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Krakatau Volcanic Ash Advisory: ash Plume to 6,000 ft (1,800 m) as of Oct 9, 09:50 UTC
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Krakatau Volcanic Ash Advisory: ash plume to 6,000 ft (1,800 m) as of Oct 9, 09:50 UTC
Friday, Oct 9, 2026 10:15 | 8 hours ago | By: VN
Satellite image of Krakatau volcano on 9 Oct 2026
Explosive activity continues. The Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Darwin warned of a volcanic ash plume rising to an estimated 6000 ft (1800 m), or flight level 060. Original VAAC bulletin:
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