Which active volcano in East Java erupted explosively in February 2014, coating the cities of Yogyakarta, Solo, and Kediri in dense ash fall?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Mount Kelud
- Step 1: Mount Kelud in Kediri erupted violently on 13 February 2014, launching a Plinian ash column 17 km into the atmosphere. Step 2. Ash blanketed western and central parts of Java, closing major international airports for several days. Answer: Mount Kelud. Why not the others: Mount Raung had a prolonged effusive strombolian eruption in 2015.
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