Mount Agung’s Shrinking Zone: A Last‑Minute Free‑For‑All for Bali Farmers
When Indonesia decided on January 4th to trim down the dreaded 10‑km safe‑zone around Mount Agung, it was basically giving farmers a chance to get back to their fields—like rescuing a kid from a long, hot cup of coffee.
The Big Cut‑back
- New safety perimeter: 6 km instead of 10 km.
- Volcano still in an eruption phase, so watch your step.
- Officials urge everyone to stay “cautiously playful.”
Why This Matters
Ever since late November, Agung has been blasting lava and ash, and the airport was locked shut for three days—think of it as a forced vacation for thousands of tourists.
Lessons from the Lava Bowl
Nature loves drama. But when the big guy stops shouting as loudly, the people living around him get a breather. Farmers can tend to crops, tourists can book that wait‑list hotel, and the whole island can breathe a little easier.
