The Ibuu volcano in eastern Indonesia has spewed ash over a thousand times in January, according to an official report on January 19, as efforts are underway to evacuate thousands of villagers.

Ibu volcano in eastern Indonesia erupted on May 13, throwing ash up to 5km above its peak, local media reported.

Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) on August 4 warned that 4-6m waves may attack some areas, including the waters of Bengkulu-Enggano island.

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit Papua, in eastern Indonesia on June 20 but no tsunami warning was issued. ​

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck off Indonesia's Moluccas Islands on the morning of March 24, according to the US Geological Survey.

The National Museum of Nature on September 18 announced new details on a discovery of prehistoric corpses in the volcanic caves in Krong No, the central highlands province of Dak Nong.