Mount Marapi Eruption: Abu Capai Pool 1,000 Meters, Residents Asked To Stay Alert

Erupsi Gunung Marapi, Siumatra Barat (dok BNPB)

Mount Marapi in West Sumatra erupted again on Saturday (yesterday) at 09.43 WIB. According to a report from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (KESDM), the Geological Agency, and the PVMBG of the Mount Marapi Observation Post, the volcanic ash column was recorded at a minimum of 1.000 meters above the peak or about 3.891 meters above sea level.

The column of gray ash is thick with thick intensity moving north and northeast. This volcanic activity was clearly recorded on a seismogram with a maximum amplitude of 30.3 mm and lasted for about 1 minute 40 seconds.

Officers of the Volcano Observation Post (PGA) Marapi, Trian Ahmadi, confirmed the eruption. "There was an eruption this morning," he said.

However, Trian explained that the condition of the people around the mountain is still under control and safe. However, the warning has been conveyed to residents to anticipate further impacts.

"The current condition of society is still safe and there are no worries. However, we continue to urge the public to remain vigilant and wear masks when leaving the house," he added.

PVMBG reminded the public not to carry out activities within a radius of 3 kilometers from the summit of Mount Marapi. This prohibition aims to maintain the safety of residents and prevent the impact of a larger aftershock.

Local governments have also conveyed anticipatory steps, including ensuring the availability of masks to reduce the impact of volcanic ash and the readiness of evacuation routes if needed.

Mount Marapi is known as one of the active volcanoes in West Sumatra and has experienced several eruptions in recent times. The eruption that occurred this Saturday is a reminder that the potential for volcanic activity remains high and requires intensive supervision.

People in affected areas are advised to continue to follow the development of official information from the authorities. PVMBG together with local governments will continue to monitor the intensity of the eruption to ensure the safety of residents.

"The community is expected to remain calm, but alert, and comply with all directions given to maintain mutual safety," said PVMBG.