Activity on Anak Krakatau

SUNDA STRAIT, Lampung: Frequent explosions and tremors were reported from Mount Anak Krakatau in the latest observations of the volcano over the weekend.

A 20-strong team from the Krakatau Community Care, who observed the volcano's activities on Saturday and Sunday from nearby Sebesi Island and Sertung Island, recorded an explosion every three to 15 minutes. Lava, gravel and ash spewed out of the volcano's crater.

Large waves accompanied the explosions.

Tourists and researchers have been barred from the volcano, which is located in the Sunda Strait, since it began showing increased activity in mid-February.

Despite the abnormal activity, an official at the local natural resources conservation agency, Suparlan, said people living closest to the volcano had not yet been put on alert.