Asia Volcanoes Newswire

Nuclear power is back on Southeast Asia's energy agenda

Southeast Asian governments are revisiting nuclear power as electricity consumption raises, exposing the region's dependence on fossil fuels. The rise is largely driven by new factories, electric vehicles and the region's rush to host data centers …

As haze chokes South-east Asia, Indonesia’s army throws everything at forest fires

PANGANDARAN, Sept 17 — As haze from Indonesia’s forest fires drifts into parts of Malaysia and Singapore, the Indonesian military says it is throwing everything it has at the problem — soldiers on the ground, wells in the earth, and helicopters in the sky …

UMGC Asia marks 70th anniversary of service to military learners in the Pacific

(Illustration courtesy of University of Maryland Global Campus) TOKYO — September 17, 2026, marks the official start of University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) in Asia’s 70th year of dedicated service to U.S. military personnel, veterans, and their …

Volcano and Wildfires in Indonesia Shroud Southeast Asia as Air Quality Falls to Hazardous Levels

As widespread forest fires rage across Indonesia, the seasonal haze has returned to neighboring Southeast Asian nations, sparking urgent public health concerns. Compounded by the ongoing eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, severe smog now envelops the region …

Polymarket shows 22% chance of Bab el-Mandeb Strait closure by December 31

Prediction market traders are pricing in growing risk that Houthi military advances could effectively shut down one of the world's most critical shipping chokepoints. One of the most important waterways on Earth now has a one-in-five chance of being …

Ring of Fire region rattled by pair of earthquakes hours apart in Alaska, Southeast Asia

While you may think quakes are a western US problem, some of the largest temblors in US history have happened in the East. The Pacific Ring of Fire region was rattled by two earthquakes on Friday. A magnitude 5.3 earthquake struck off the Aleutian chain, …

South-east Asia choked as Indonesian wildfires and volcanic ash spread

When volcanoes reshape geopolitics and ASEAN's balance of power

atural disasters recognize neither national sovereignty, military strength, nor economic rank. Yet when they strike at precisely the wrong place and time, they can fundamentally alter all three. A volcano cannot deliberate foreign policy, but it can tear …

Great Sitkin Volcano Enters a Sixth Year of Lava Effusion with Its Alert Level Unchanged

One of the longest-running volcanic eruptions in the United States is happening on an uninhabited island in the central Aleutians, and it has generated almost no public attention because it has stopped doing the one thing that makes volcanoes newsworthy. …

When volcanoes reshape geopolitics: Krakatau, Pinatubo and Asean's balance of power — Phar Kim Beng 

SEPT 8 — Natural disasters do not recognise sovereignty, military strength or economic rank. Yet when they strike at the right — or wrong — place and moment, they can alter all three.  A volcano cannot conduct foreign policy, but it can destroy the …

Southeast Asia’s Subtle Shift on Taiwan

Welcome to Foreign Policy’s Southeast Asia Brief. The highlights this week: China is making ground on Taiwan in the region, Prabowo swings by Russia again, and Thailand sends mixed messages about AI. A Shift in Stance on Taiwan China is making ground on …

How Indonesia Volcano Eruption Shut Airports and Stranded 17,0000 Passengers in Jakarta

A volcano eruption at Mount Anak Krakatau triggered severe travel chaos across Southeast Asia this weekend. The disaster grounded more than 1500 flights and left 170000 passengers stranded. The primary consern amongst people in regards of Indonesia volcano …

PACNEWS TWO, 16 SEPTEMBER 2026

In this bulletin: 1. FIJI — Fiji targets 24 December for new Constitution 2. PACIFIC — Pacific Ministers renew commitment to stronger, more integrated weather, climate and early warning service 3. PACIFIC — Pacific friends to suffer from fossil-fuel ‘ …

Thailand video news | Thai Airways halts Jakarta flights as volcanic ash disrupts Indonesian air travel, 24 injured ...

In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia. The stories include Thai airways halts several flights to Indonesia as Krakatoa’s volcanic ash disrupts air travel, then a missing Kanchanaburi woman’s story …

Which 8 Countries Are Located on the Pacific Ring of Fire?

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Stretching roughly 40,000 kilometers around the Pacific Ocean, the Ring of Fire is one of the most geologically active regions on Earth. It is home to hundreds of volcanoes and is associated with about 90 percent of the world's …

Unfinished Democratic Journey Of Nepal

As we celebrate Constitution Day today, it is important for all Nepali citizens to pause and reflect on what our history has been, where we are now and where we need to head. The current Constitution, adopted in 2015, transformed Nepal into a federal …

Indonesian volcanic eruption leaves some 170,000 travellers stranded

An eruption of the Anak Krakatau volcano has thrown air traffic in Indonesia into chaos with tens of thousands of people stranded on Java and Sumatra since the weekend and the two international airports in the capital Jakarta shut until at least Monday …

A phenomenal mission: Royal Navy warships celebrate five-year milestone in Indo-Pacific

Two Royal Navy warships have celebrated five years of deployment during a landmark mission to the Indo-Pacific.  One thousand eight hundred and twenty-six days have passed since sister patrol ships HMS Spey and HMS Tamar left Portsmouth. The ships, crewed …

Volcanic Ash Disrupts SriLankan Airlines Services to Jakarta

September 07, Colombo (LNW): SriLankan Airlines has cancelled its scheduled Colombo–Jakarta services today as volcanic ash from Indonesia has disrupted air travel across the region. The airline said flights UL 364, operating from Colombo to Jakarta, and UL …

Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act Signed Into Law, Expanding Tax Relief for Disaster and Wildfire Victims

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SingerLewak's Tax Advisory Group is informing taxpayers of important new federal tax relief provisions following the enactment of the Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax …

AiDASH Announces Evolve 2027: PreventionFirst, Together – April 27–29, Chicago

Evolve 2027 brings utilities, regulators, and innovators to Chicago to advance the PreventionFirst™ movement and build a more resilient grid. PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AiDASH, the company leading …

75 Years Later, CHASING M2 PRO MAX Underwater ROV Extends Raja Santa Exploration to 102.6 Meters

75 years later, 3D LiDAR and CHASING M2 PRO MAX extend Raja Santa exploration to 222.6 meters, supporting future fault studies. GRANADA, GRANADA, SPAIN, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new expedition to Sima de Raja Santa in Atarfe, …

Iqarus Deploys Specialist Medical Team to Support Ebola Response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

19-person multidisciplinary team is operating a dedicated quarantine, isolation and holding capability in support of the Ebola response. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iqarus has deployed a specialist 19-person …

Vugar Azeri Announces Fire Proof Builder Receives First Certificate of Occupancy for Rebuilt Malibu Home

Company expects seven additional occupancy approvals within the next month MALIBU , CA, UNITED STATES, September 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Malibu, Calif. — Sept 18, 2026 — Vugar Azeri, founder of Fire Proof Builder, today announced that …

25 Years After 9/11, Man Seeks Public’s Help to Return Lost Family Photograph

Photograph of a mother and baby found among World Trade Center debris may have come from Fuji Bank’s South Tower offices NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Twenty-five years after a photograph of a mother …

IMR Joins Reggae Icons to Bring Healthcare and Recovery Support to Hurricane-Affected Families in Jamaica

BLUEFIELDS, JAMAICA, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Medical Relief (IMR) joined reggae icon Judy Mowatt, Judy Mowatt Outreach Ministries, and the Sean Paul Foundation for the Bluefields Rising Health & Recovery Fair …

Facilities Advisors Releases Flash Flooding Guidance for Timeshare HOA Boards

Gary Porter of Facilities Advisors outlines how legacy resorts can assess drainage risk, protect critical systems, and link flood resilience to reserve planning LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Facilities …

Spring Home Maintenance Takes on New Urgency as Storm and Bushfire Risk Rises

New data from the Bureau of Meteorology and the insurance industry point to a higher-stakes spring for Australian homeowners AUSTRALIA, September 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gutters, roofs, air conditioning, decks, the same jobs come around …

Central Georgia Water and Mold Pricing Guide

Local professionals outline what water damage and mold removal typically cost for Central Georgia homeowners. WARNER ROBINS, GA, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homeowners often face unpredictable repair costs. A new …

RedZone launches RZRisk Canada, bringing property-level wildfire intelligence to Canada's insurers

Built for Canadian landscapes, fuels, and fire behavior, RZRisk Canada delivers wildfire intelligence for more confident underwriting. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RedZone, a leading provider of wildfire …

Watch: Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Hans Frederiksen

Using geographic information systems to help support emergency response efforts across California, behind the maps, data, and technology is a person who has dedicated much of his career to helping others and strengthening the state’s ability to prepare for …

Matrix Wildfire Deploys Landscape-Scale Utility Corridor Hardening to Prevent Grid Ignitions and Catastrophic Liability

Massive Area Fire Denial platforms and long lasting non-toxic retandtants provide power utilities with proactive defense against powerline-sparked wildfires. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid escalating grid- …

Implementing Maintenance Fee Recovery Systems for Legacy Timeshare Resorts

Meridian Financial Services Announces How Consistent Resort Visibility Builds Owner Pride and Drives Long-Term Demand ASHVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maintenance fees and assessments form the financial …

CustomWeather Names Senior Operating Team to Execute Next Phase of Growth

Luana Lewis, Saurabh Dharia, and Rupa Friedhoff join the company as Moonshot Partners builds out its earth and climate intelligence platform TYSONS, VA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MILL VALLEY, CA and TYSONS, VA — …

OCTOBER'S WILDFIRE PROTECTION MONTH SERVES AS A REMINDER THAT WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS IS NOW A YEAR-ROUND RESPONSIBILITY

Experts urge homeowners and communities to prioritize ember defense, home hardening, and defensible space as wildfire risk grows beyond traditional fire seasons BEND, OR, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- October's Wildfire …

FireTech Pioneer Matrix Wildfire Unveils Strategic Rebrand Ahead of 2027 Scale-Up

Backed by Deep-Tech Leader Cottonwood Technology Fund, Matrix Wildfire Shifts Mission to Pre-Mitigation Massive Area Fire Denial for Rail and Utility Networks BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As accelerating …

Utah Restoration Firm Urges South Valley Homeowners to Winterize Outdoor Plumbing Before First Freeze

Keystone Restoration Group says the most common freeze failure happens inside the wall and often goes undetected until spring irrigation starts. BLUFFDALE, UT, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keystone Restoration Group is …

Ready is how California leads, and every Californian has a role to play

During Preparedness Month, Governor Newsom highlights California’s preparedness leadership and calls on every Californian to make a plan What you need to know: Governor Newsom announces September as Preparedness Month, highlighting statewide events, …

A' Emergency Response, Disaster Preparedness and Relief Design Awards 2026 Call for Nominations Announced

A' Emergency Response, Disaster Preparedness and Relief Design Awards 2026 celebrates design solutions for disaster preparedness, rescue and relief. COMO, CO, ITALY, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, A' Design Award & …