Mount Agung in Bali could erupt in a “matter of hours”, according to Indonesia’s volcanology centre. Almost 60,000 people have been evacuated from the area after the region experienced hundreds of volcanic earthquakes in one day.
The last time Mount Agung erupted was in 1963, when more than 1,000 people were killed. The event led to an increased frequency of earthquakes. Authorities have urged people to stay out the danger zone, a designated 9km-12km radius of the volcano.
Those who have been evacuated are staying with relatives or in village halls and sports centres. Countries including the UK, Australia and the US have also said volcanic activity on Agung could interfere with travel plans.
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