{Indonesian} Volcano ash clouds force Australia flight cancellations (BBC)

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Huge ash clouds thrown up by an Indonesian volcano have forced airlines to cancel all flights to and from the northern Australian city of Darwin.

Mount Sangeang Api began erupting on Friday and plumes of ash have been sweeping south towards Australia.

Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Australia have all cancelled flights. Services between Australia and the province of Bali have also been hit.

The authorities say other airports could be affected in the coming days.

'Rather significant'
Hundreds of passengers have been caught up, with disruption expected to continue until at least Sunday.



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more: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-27648167




The lenticular cloud in the photo is just a bonus.

[Benton D Struckcheon]

1. Like, wow. Cool pic. n/t