Malaysians safe amid Mount Raung eruption
The embassy through Education Malaysia in Jakarta is in constant contact with our students," it said. - AFP Photo
Malaysians residing in areas affected by the eruption of Mount Raung in East Java, Indonesia, are reported to be safe as of now, according to the Foreign Ministry.
In a statement today, it said they included students.
"Most of the students have returned to Malaysia for their semester break.
The embassy through Education Malaysia in Jakarta is in constant contact with our students," it said.
The ministry said it was closely monitoring the eruption of the mountain in Banyuwangi in the province of East Java - about 120 km from Bali.
Malaysians requiring assistance may contact the Malaysian mission in Jakarta at 00 62 215224947 extension 3201 (office hours) or 00 62 87877226433 (after office hours).
The ministry's duty officer may also be contacted at 03-88874570 or 03-88874770.
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