2026-04-13 Bali News: Volcanic Ash Flight Alerts, Landfill Crisis

【Today’s USD Exchange Rate: 16550】Here’s a roundup of Bali news for today (4/12):

✈️ Flight Alert: Volcanic Eruption Impact

• Distant Volcanic Ash Disruption: Due to the ongoing eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on Flores Island, several airlines—including Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and AirAsia—canceled or delayed flights to and from Australia and outlying islands yesterday (4/12).
• Airport Status: Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) is currently operating normally, but flight departures depend on each airline’s assessment of ash cloud density along the route. Travelers flying today are strongly advised to check the latest flight status before heading to the airport.

🗞️ Travel Tips & Social Updates

• Waste Crisis & Appeal: Bali’s TPA Suwung landfill has stopped accepting organic waste, leading to trash burning in some areas. Officials and lawmakers today urged residents to stop burning waste, warning that toxic dioxins could harm health—especially for pregnant women and children. They advise storing waste at home and sorting it properly, rather than resorting to extreme measures.

🌤️ Weather Forecast

• Today’s Overview: Bali will see sunny skies turning to partly cloudy.
• Temperature & Rainfall: Temperatures range between 26°C - 32°C. The chance of rain is 25%.

🚗 Traffic & Environment: Construction Zone Alerts

• Subway Construction Pressure: Due to ongoing subway construction, the main roads from the airport to Canggu and Seminyak are increasingly lined with construction barriers. During peak hours, allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours for travel.
• New Scooter Rental Rules: Police remind that foreign tourists must have a valid International Driving Permit (IDP) to ride scooters, and renting from unregistered individuals is strictly prohibited—vehicles may be impounded at any time.

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