Indonesia volcano ash grounds over 1500 flights, strands 170,000

A volcano in Indonesia erupted Friday. Ash closed eight airports, cancelled more than 1500 flights, and stranded about 170,000 people.

Why it mattersAsh disrupted Southeast Asia's busiest air hub, affecting travel across the region and stranding families and business travellers.

AustraliaAustralian travellers to or through Indonesia may face flight cancellations and delays; check with airlines before travel to Jakarta or Java.

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