Large Pyroclastic Flow Descends Down the Slopes of Semeru Volcano (Feb 24, 2026)

Описание: Welcome to Semeru CAM B, our 24/7 live stream capturing the majestic Mount Semeru—Indonesia's highest and one of its most active volcanoes. This camera is strategically positioned to monitor the pathways of frequent pyroclastic flows and lahars, which pose significant risks to nearby communities.

Local gravel miners work daily in this creek bed, mining valuable black gravel for nearby industries. However, their work is fraught with danger, as sudden flash floods can catch workers off guard and put them in harm's way.

This live stream serves as a vital tool for residents and the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) to monitor changes in weather, volcanic activity, and water flow, aiding in disaster forecasting and enhancing community safety. You can help! If you notice a strong surge in water flow along the creek bed or the presence of waterfalls from a heavy rain, please post the timestamp in the chat and our team of moderators will take it from there.

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Where is this camera?

The camera is situated about 11km southeast of the Semeru volcano and about 3km to the east of Cam A. The view is looking northwest. The sound is live from the camera source.

You can also view other views of Semeru from our other 4K cameras, visit the AfarTV channel LIVE page to find them: https://www.youtube.com/@afartv/streams

Did you know? AfarTV’s “Semeru Cam A” wasn’t just the world’s first 24/7 4K livestream of an erupting volcano—it was also the very first 4K 24/7 livestream of anything in all of Indonesia. A groundbreaking moment in both volcanic observation and national broadcasting history!

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About Semeru Volcano

🌋 Location: East Java, Indonesia
🌋 Elevation: 3,676 meters (12,060 feet)
🌋 Type: Stratovolcano
🌋 Activity: Known for frequent eruptions and ongoing lava flows

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What You'll See on This Live Stream:

Eruptions: Watch as Semeru erupts with towering ash plumes, pyroclastic flows, and glowing lava at night.
Panoramic Views: Enjoy breathtaking vistas of the volcanic peak and surrounding landscape, including the lush forests of East Java.
Nighttime Drama: After dark, witness the fiery glow of lava flows and incandescent explosions, lighting up the night sky.
Locals loading black gravel by hand into trucks - a form of small-scale mining. In Indonesia, this is a common livelihood for locals, especially in volcanic regions.

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Volcanic Materials as a Resource

When Mount Semeru erupts, it produces large amounts of volcanic ash, sand, and gravel. These materials are deposited in the riverbeds and surrounding areas. Over time, they become valuable resources for construction, used in making concrete, bricks, and other building materials.

In this livestream, you'll see locals loading black gravel by hand into trucks - a form of small-scale mining. In Indonesia, this is a common livelihood for locals, especially in volcanic regions.
Trucks then transport the gravel to processing sites or directly to construction companies.

This activity provides a vital source of income for many communities in the region. Gravel and sand mining are in high demand due to the booming construction industry in Indonesia.

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Members-only Camera Controls (Use these in chat to control the camera. Please don't abuse this):

!semeru-b-wideangle Zooms the camera out to a wideangle view
!semeru-b-close Zooms the camera in to capture the whole volcano in the frame
!semeru-b-closer Zooms and moves the camera to view the top half of the volcano
!semeru-b-superclose Zooms the camera in further to view the crater
!semeru-b-insane Maximum zoom of the volcano crater
!semeru-b-crossing Road crossing through the creek

*NOTE: Allow about 20 seconds after sending a command for the camera to respond.

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