After the explosion of the Marapi volcano kills 23, authorities cease their hunt.
After the explosion of the Marapi volcano kills 23, authorities cease their hunt. Source thejakartapost.com Thursday, December 7, 2023 Following a weekend volcano explosion that claimed 23 lives, West Sumatra authorities announced on Thursday that they had completed their search and rescue operation for any hikers who may have been killed or missing. While 75 hikers passed through the area on Sunday, Mount Marapi erupted an ash tower that rose to a height of 3,000 meters (9,800 feet) and was higher than the volcano itself. Many people were saved, but during a difficult rescue operation hindered by more eruptions and inclement weather that occasionally prompted workers to seek shelter, 23 individuals were discovered dead, the last one on Wednesday night. Despite initial concerns that some may have opted for unapproved hiking routes and remained unaccounted for, officials stated they believed every person r