Marking 20 Years Since Indonesia's Mud Volcano Eruptions
Residents on Java gather to commemorate the anniversary of the mud volcano eruptions that have had lasting impacts on their community for two decades.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 10 days ago
On the Indonesian island of Java, community members recently gathered to reflect on the two decades since the onset of mud volcano eruptions that displaced thousands of residents.
During the gathering, Harwati offered a prayer at the edge of a sludge lake, symbolizing the ongoing challenges faced by those affected by the disaster.
The eruptions, which began 20 years ago, continue to influence the lives of many in the area, highlighting the long-term consequences of such natural events.