Mt Semeru in News

On December 4, Mount Semeru in Indonesia erupted, blowing scorching ash clouds a mile into the sky and flowing rivers of lava down its side, forcing over 2,000 people to flee their homes.

Eruption of Java's Highest Mountain

The highest level of warning was raised by authorities in response to the eruption of Java's highest mountain, which is located about 800 kilometres (500 miles) southeast of Jakarta.

About Mt. Semeru

The Semeru, or Mount Semeru, is an active volcano located in East Java, Indonesia.

Location of Mt. Semeru

It is located in a subduction zone, where the Indo-Australian plate subducts under the Eurasia plate. It is the highest mountain on the island of Java.

Volcano in Indonesia

Indonesia, which has the most active volcanoes worldwide, is vulnerable to seismic activity because of its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.