Indonesia's Mount Ibu erupts, sending thick ash 7,000 meters into the air

Mount Ibu, a volcano in Indonesia, erupted on Sunday, sending ash 7,000 meters into the air. The eruption lasted for over six minutes. The volcano is located on an island in the eastern North Maluku province. The ash and sand spewed out by the volcano were carried by the wind towards a village called Gam Ici, where evacuated people were living. The eruption caused the authorities to raise the alert level to the highest. Since early May, Mount Ibu has been erupting continuously. The National Disaster Management Agency advised residents to stay indoors and avoid outdoor activities due to the ash and sand falling from the sky. A team from the agency is on its way to help the affected area. The eruption happened because Mount Ibu is an active volcano. The volcanic material was carried by the wind towards the village because the wind was blowing in that direction. This eruption is part of a series of eruptions that have been occurring since last week. The authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of the residents in the area.