Ash and smoke rising from the Anak Krakatau volcano in Indonesia.
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NBC News
A major volcano eruption has forced airports to close, leaving about 170,000 travelers stuck.
The Anak Krakatau volcano in Indonesia has erupted, and it is causing big problems for travelers. Because of the heavy ash and smoke, officials have been forced to shut down eight different airports. One of these is the main airport in Jakarta, the capital city. With so many airports closed, about 170,000 people are currently stuck and cannot get on their flights. Volcano ash can be very dangerous for airplanes. It can clog up engines and damage the windows, so pilots have to stay far away from the clouds of smoke. Right now, experts are watching the volcano closely to see what it will do …
