El volcan Sinabung en el oeste de Indonesia volvio a emitir este viernes una gran columna de gas y ceniza

The Sinabung volcano in Indonesia has been highly active, emitting large columns of gas and ash, prompting a high alert. Since Monday, it has recorded emissions over 500 meters high. In Tanah Karo, residents are using masks as ash covers the streets. Last week, evacuations were carried out for areas within 7 kilometers southwest of the crater. Despite 50 eruptions since Wednesday, authorities state that areas outside the evacuation zone remain safe. Sinabung, standing at 2,600 meters, is one of Indonesia's 130 active volcanoes, with sporadic eruptions since 2010 after 400 years of dormancy.

What has the Sinabung volcano recently emitted, prompting a high alert level?

• Water vapor

• Lava and rocks

• Gas and ash

• Smoke and fire

Why are residents in Tanah Karo wearing masks?

• Because of ash covering the streets

• To protect against toxic gases

• To prevent the spread of disease

• Due to a sandstorm

How many eruptions have been recorded since Wednesday?

• 75

• 20

• 35

• 50

How many active volcanoes are there approximately in Indonesia?

• 50

• 130

• 300

• 200

When did the Sinabung volcano start experiencing eruptions after a long dormancy?

• 2000

• 2015

• 2005

• 2010