Early yesterday morning, May 15, Mount Merapi in Indonesia has truly “awoken,” as lava has erupted, and ash and smoke have billowed into the sky. This scene can be observed from nearby villages.
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| Image source: Reuters |
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Hundreds of villages surrounding the formidable Mount Merapi are under threat. The local population has been warned and ordered to evacuate, but it seems that the government’s warnings hold little sway over some individuals. They believe that through their prayers, the volcano will not erupt.
