
Life on the edge: why Indonesians living near volcanoes won’t leave
Indonesia has more than 120 active volcanoes. On the island of Java, thousands live alongside Mount Merapi, constantly balancing risks — and most say they won’t leave.
THURSDAY, 21 MAY 2026, 04:15

Indonesia has more than 120 active volcanoes. On the island of Java, thousands live alongside Mount Merapi, constantly balancing risks — and most say they won’t leave.

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