Mount Merapi, a volcano located in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, has erupted, spewing volcanic materials and causing red-hot lava to flow down its slopes. Clouds have enveloped the volcano while volcanic ash has diffused in the air. Photos taken on March 31, 2023, show the eruption’s intensity as white smoke and lava spew out of the mountain. The eruption has caused concern and has prompted authorities to evacuate nearby villages to ensure the safety of the residents.