By bnm Gulf bureau Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted on July 7, spewing volcanic ash up to 18km into the sky and triggering flight cancellations across the region, social media channels showedon July 7.

Indonesia’s rumbling Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted Monday, sending a column of volcanic materials as high as 18 kilometers (11 miles) into the sky and depositing ash on villages.

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on Flores island has erupted for the third time this year, with authorities warning of possible mudflows.