Implement early warning systems and evacuation plans for communities near Anak Krakatau.
Unknown / Black Swan
Unknown / Black Swan Risk
Current assessment
The Anak Krakatau volcano's renewed activity poses a significant risk of unexpected geological events with potential for widespread impact.
September 17, 2026
Trend
Daily score history for Unknown / Black Swan.
Risk Drivers
What is pushing the current reading.
The renewed activity of Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano, known for its catastrophic 2018 eruption and tsunami, signals a potential for unexpected geological events that could have cascading effects on regional stability and global supply chains. This development is compounded by a series of other natural phenomena, such as tropical cyclones and peatland fires, which could synergistically amplify the impact of any volcanic activity. The unpredictability and potential scale of these events, combined with their historical precedent, elevate the risk level to high, as they could lead to significant humanitarian and economic disruptions.
Risk Reduction Actions
Priority actions generated from the current analysis.
Conduct urgent research into the current activity of Anak Krakatau to better predict potential eruptions.
Prepare emergency response plans and resources for potential natural disasters in Southeast Asia.
Coordinate with Indonesian authorities to monitor the situation and provide support as needed.
Increase public awareness about the risks associated with Anak Krakatau's activity and promote preparedness measures.
Sources Monitored
Visible feeds used in this category's nightly run.
Selected Articles
Supporting articles referenced in the latest score.
- Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau Publisher: NASA News Published September 16, 2026
- Anak Krakatau Rumbles Again Publisher: NASA Natural Hazards Published September 9, 2026
- A Trio of Tropical Cyclones in the Pacific Publisher: NASA Natural Hazards Published September 4, 2026
- Peatland Fires Darken Skies in Indonesia Publisher: NASA Natural Hazards Published September 3, 2026