Merapi Volcano

Merapi Volcano, located on Indonesia's Java island, is one of the most active and dangerous volcanoes in the world. It forms from the Earth's crust where tectonic plates collide, causing magma to rise to the surface. Merapi regularly erupts, releasing ash, lava, and gases that can threaten nearby communities. Its activity is closely monitored due to its potential for sudden, powerful eruptions. The volcano plays a significant role in shaping the local landscape and has cultural importance, but it also poses ongoing risks to residents living in its vicinity.