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One Dead, Two Missing After Mount Dukono Eruption in Indonesia

Rescue teams recovered one body and continued searching for two remaining hikers after Mount Dukono erupted on the Indonesian island of Halmahera.

First reported

By CNN on May 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT

Last update

May 9, 2026 at 7:27 AM EDT

15 sources · 15 articles

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ABC NewsCNNThe New York TimesThe Philadelphia InquirerWTOPAP NewsFrance 24Al Arabiya

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In brief

Rescue teams recovered one body and continued searching for two remaining hikers after Mount Dukono erupted on the Indonesian island of Halmahera.

Facts about this story

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At least three hikers were killed after Mount Dukono erupted on Halmahera island on May 8, 2026.
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Fifteen people were taken to hospital following the eruption.
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Roughly twenty hikers were initially reported missing before most were located or evacuated.
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One body was recovered by rescue teams; searches continued for two others.
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Two of the remaining missing hikers were identified as Singaporean nationals.
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Indonesian authorities paused search operations due to continued volcanic activity before resuming.

How outlets are covering it

ABC News

2 hr ago

Indonesian rescuers find 1 body after volcano eruption as search continues for 2 more

“Focuses on the recovery of one body and the ongoing search for the two remaining missing hikers.”

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CNN

2 days ago

Multiple hikers killed, others rescued after volcano erupts in Indonesia

“Emphasizes the broader rescue operation and the number of people affected by the eruption.”

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The New York Times

2 days ago

3 Hikers Dead After Volcano Erupts in Indonesia

“Leads with the confirmed death toll as the primary news fact.”

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The Philadelphia Inquirer

2 hr ago

Indonesian rescuers find 1 body after volcano eruption as search continues for 2 more

“Highlights the Singaporean nationality of two missing hikers, framing the story with regional diplomatic relevance.”

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WTOP

2 hr ago

Indonesian rescuers find 1 body after volcano eruption as search continues for 2 more

“Centers on the decision to suspend operations due to ongoing volcanic hazard, underscoring the danger faced by rescue teams.”

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AP News

13 hr ago

Indonesian rescuers find 1 body after volcano eruption as search continues for 2 more

“Reflects the early, higher uncertainty phase of the story when the full scope of missing persons was not yet resolved.”

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France 24

13 hr ago

Indonesia rescuers search for hikers killed in volcanic eruption

“France 24 summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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Al Arabiya

13 hr ago

Indonesia rescuers search for hikers killed in volcanic eruption

“Al Arabiya summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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The Independent

13 hr ago

Indonesia volcano eruption kills three hikers as rescuers search for bodies

“The Independent summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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The Straits Times

13 hr ago

Rescuers locate position of 2 Singaporean hikers on Mount Dukono

“The Straits Times summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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Global News

2 days ago

3 hikers dead after volcano eruption in Indonesia at Mount Dukono

“Global News summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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Reuters

2 days ago

Indonesian authorities halt search for three missing hikers as Mount Dukono erupts

“Reuters summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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People

2 days ago

3 Dead, 15 Transported to Hospital After Volcano Erupts in Indonesia

“People summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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The Times of India

2 days ago

20 hikers missing after volcano erupts in east Indonesia

“The Times of India summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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9News

2 days ago

Mount Dukono: Multiple hikers killed, others rescued after volcano erupts in Indonesia

“9News summarizes the key facts and frames the story for its audience.”

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Background

Mount Dukono is one of Indonesia's most persistently active volcanoes, located in North Maluku province on Halmahera island, and has recorded near-continuous eruptive activity for decades. It frequently emits ash columns that prompt aviation advisories across the region. Indonesia sits atop the Pacific Ring of Fire and has more active volcanoes than any other country, making volcanic risk a central concern in national disaster preparedness. Hiking on or near active volcanic peaks remains common in Indonesia despite official caution, and access restrictions are often difficult to enforce across the archipelago's remote terrain. The presence of Singaporean nationals among the missing adds a bilateral dimension to the response effort.