Mount Lewotobi

Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki, located on Flores Island in eastern Indonesia, recently erupted, sending volcanic ash approximately 10 kilometers (about 6.21 miles) into the sky.

About Mount Lewotobi

Mount Lewotobi is a twin-peaked active volcano situated in the Ring of Fire, a major area in the Pacific Ocean where tectonic plates meet and volcanic activity is prevalent. This particular volcano is known for its frequent activity and stands as one of the most notable geological features on Flores Island.

• Location:

  • Mount Lewotobi is located on the tourist island of Flores in eastern Indonesia.

  • Flores Island is part of the Lesser Sunda Islands, an area that is prone to seismic and volcanic activity due to its position on the Ring of Fire.

• Twin Peaks:

  • The volcano has two peaks arranged in a northwest-southeast line, separated by a 2 km distance and connected by a 1232-meter high saddle.

  • The twin volcanoes are named Lewotobi Lakilaki ("man") and Lewotobi Perempuan ("woman"), symbolizing the concept of "husband and wife" in the local culture.

• Elevation:

  • Lewotobi Lakilaki stands at 1584 meters and has a 400-meter diameter summit crater open to the north.

  • Lewotobi Perempuan is the taller peak at 1703 meters, with a 700-meter wide crater.

Volcanic Activity History

• Lewotobi Lakilaki:

  • This peak has been frequently active during the 19th and 20th centuries, with numerous eruptions recorded in historical times. The volcanic activity has contributed to the growth of small lava domes within its summit crater.

• Lewotobi Perempuan:

  • In contrast, the Lewotobi Perempuan peak has been less active. It has erupted only twice in recorded history despite being the taller of the two.

• Recent Eruption:

  • The eruption of Lewotobi Laki-laki is part of its more recent activity, showing that the volcano remains highly active. The eruption sent ash clouds into the sky, affecting air travel and local life in the surrounding areas.