After Semeru Volcano Eruption, BNPB Suggests These 4 Things

Jakarta – The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) held a Press Conference on Post-Eruption Developments of Semeru Volcano on Saturday, December 4, 2021. The press conference took place from 20.00 to 20.45 WIB.

Abdul Muhari as the Acting Head (Plt) of the BNPB Disaster Information and Communication Data Center stated the status of level II or alert for the activity of Semeru Volcano. Therefore, BNPB recommends several anticipatory actions to reduce the impact of this condition. The 4 recommended activities from BNPB are as follows.

1. Residents, tourists, and visitors are advised not to move within a 5-kilometer radius of the crater opening in the southeast-south sector as well as a 1-kilometer radius from the crater of Semeru Volcano.
2. Be wary of lava avalanches, hot clouds of avalanches, and lava found along valleys or streams coming from the peak of Semeru Volcano.
3. Be aware of potential slides along the Besuk Kobokan hot cloud valley.
4. Considering that there is a large amount of volcanic material that has already been formed, local people are advised to be aware of the threat of lava from Semeru Volcano in river channels or valleys.

Latest Report on The Eruption of Semeru Volcano

Abdul added, BNPB continues to advise local residents to remain alert to the eruption of Semeru Volcano. “Please continue to pay attention to the recommendations that the Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG) has issued in this press conference,” he said.

So far, ten people have been reported to have been hit by the hot lava of Semeru Volcano, which resulted in burns. Some of them only suffered minor injuries. However, some others received serious burns all over their bodies.

In response to this disaster, Human Initiative responsively conducted an area assessment and assisted in the evacuation process of the affected community. It also coordinated with BPBD Lumajang Regency. Local volunteers were also mobilized for optimal achievement.

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