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Monitor flight updates as Anak Krakatau volcano disrupts Jakarta airport
The Malaysian Embassy in Indonesia has urged travellers to regularly check flight status as volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau affects operations at Jakarta's main international airport. The advisory comes as the active volcano continues to spew ash into the atmosphere.
LSN Malaysia ·
JAKARTA — Malaysian nationals travelling through or departing from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta are being advised to stay informed about flight conditions amid volcanic activity from Anak Krakatau, the Malaysian Embassy said on Friday.
The embassy recommended that travellers check their flight status regularly with airlines and airport authorities, and to arrive at the terminal earlier than usual to account for potential delays. It also urged Malaysians to monitor weather updates and heed instructions from airport staff and airline personnel.
Anак Krakatau, located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra, has been releasing ash plumes that have affected air quality and visibility in the Greater Jakarta region. The volcanic activity has the potential to cause flight disruptions at one of Southeast Asia's busiest aviation hubs.
Travellers are advised to contact their respective airlines directly for the latest information on flight schedules. The Malaysian Embassy remains in contact with relevant Indonesian authorities and will provide updates as the situation develops.
Malaysian nationals requiring consular assistance or further information may contact the embassy in Jakarta through its official channels.