Explanation / Narration for a 3-Minute Video on the Mount Semeru Eruption

The video begins with dramatic footage of Mount Semeru erupting, showing thick columns of ash rising high into the sky. The eruption triggers rapid pyroclastic flows down the mountain’s slopes, creating a dense gray cloud that engulfs nearby valleys.

Next, the video captures scenes of residents being evacuated from villages around Lumajang. People are seen rushing to pickup trucks, motorcycles, and emergency vehicles while authorities guide them toward safer areas. Evacuation posts are shown preparing supplies as families arrive seeking shelter.

The footage then transitions to a seismograph display, highlighting the significant increase in volcanic tremors. The spikes in seismic activity indicate escalating pressure inside the volcano, which aligns with the sudden intensification of the eruption.

Several CCTV clips follow, showing the fast-moving ash clouds descending the slopes. The cameras capture reduced visibility, ash-covered roads, and the rapid advance of volcanic material along river channels.

Toward the end, the video includes a statement from Lumajang authorities, announcing an Emergency Disaster Status declared from 19 November 2025 to 26 November 2025. Officials explain that the volcanic alert level has been raised from Level III (Alert) to Level IV (Dangerous) due to the increased eruption activity and the threat to surrounding communities.

The video closes with reminders for residents to follow evacuation orders, avoid areas within the danger zone, and stay updated through official channels as Mount Semeru continues to show high levels of volcanic activity.