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Indonesia volcano kills three hikers, two remain unaccounted for
- Three hikers died after Mount Dukono's early morning eruption on Halmahera Island, with two others still unaccounted for.
- About 20 hikers were on the slopes when the eruption happened, prompting authorities to restrict access to the crater area.
- Authorities closed the area to visitors since April 17 due to rising seismic activity at the crater.
- Residents were warned of volcanic ash rain and the threat of ejected rocks and lava flows.
- Mount Dukono has been highly active, erupting nearly 200 times since March.
- Officials urged residents and tourists to stay at least 4 km from the crater Malupang Warirang.
- The search for the two missing hikers continued as rescue teams assessed safety amid ongoing eruptions.
- Some climbers sustained minor injuries and were treated at hospitals.
- Local guide described the eruption as the biggest he has witnessed, with ongoing activity after the initial blast.
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