I led hikers up an Indonesian volcano and then it erupted

Hikers scramble down the slopes of Mount Semeru as a massive plume of ash and smoke erupts into the sky behind them.

Local authorities reported that around 50 hikers were on the mountain at the time of the eruption. Emergency services were quickly mobilized to assist in evacuating the climbers and ensuring their safety. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported, but the incident raised concerns about the adequacy of safety measures for hikers in active volcanic areas. … Read more