Three hikers, including two Singaporeans, have died following the eruption of Mount Dukono volcano on Halmahera island in North Maluku, Indonesia, local police confirmed. The incident occurred on May 8, 2026, as the volcano erupted while the group was hiking.
The victims were identified as two Singaporean nationals and one Indonesian hiker. Their names have not been released pending notification of next of kin. The Singaporeans were part of a guided hiking group, according to police reports.
Mount Dukono is an active volcano known for frequent eruptions, but this event caught hikers by surprise. Search and rescue teams recovered the bodies and are investigating the circumstances. The Indonesian Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation Center had issued warnings about volcanic activity prior to the incident.
The Singaporean Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed it is providing consular assistance to the families of the deceased. The hiking community has expressed condolences, and authorities urge hikers to check volcanic activity alerts before trekking in Indonesia.
