Indonesian volcano eruption sends ash 7,500 metres into sky

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A volcano in central Indonesia has erupted, sending columns of thick ash as high as 7,500 metres into the sky. Mount Soputan, located on the northern part of Sulawesi island, erupted twice on Sunday morning, said the national disaster agency's spokesman, Sutopo Purwo Nugroho. He said in anticipation of hot ash and lava sliding down the volcano's slopes, local residents have been urged to avoid activities near the mountain.

 

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