Three tourists died after the eruption of Mount Dukono, Indonesia / Authorities are checking whether the guide ignored the warnings

Three tourists died after being caught by the eruption of Mount Dukono on Indonesia’s Halmahera Island. The incident occurred near the crater, and authorities are investigating whether the group’s guide ignored warnings about dangers in the area.

The eruption generated a huge ash column that rose approximately 10 kilometers into the atmosphere. The exact circumstances in which the hikers got so close to the crater have not yet been established.

Investigators are checking whether the tourists and the guide were informed about the risks associated with volcanic activity and whether the authorities’ instructions were followed. During an eruption, approaching the crater can expose people to hot gases, ash and rock fragments thrown into the air.

Dukono is one of Indonesia’s active volcanoes and erupts frequently. According to information published online, volcanic activity has been observed almost daily in recent years, and some tourists have approached the crater to see the eruptions. The investigation will determine whether this practice contributed to the tragedy.