Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. Sam Ratulangi Airport in Manado, North Sulawesi, resumed normal operations at 12:01 pm on Monday (22/4/2024) after being closed since 18 April 2024 18 due to volcanic ash from Mount Ruang's eruption. 

Maya Damayanti, the General Manager of Sam Ratulangi Airport operator PT Angkasa Pura I, confirmed the reopening, as reported by antaranews.com. 

Yanti Pramono, the Airport's Public Relations Officer, said the airport reopened based on observations indicating reduced volcanic ash spread, enabling flights. 

She emphasized ongoing monitoring of Mount Ruang's activity for flight safety. The closure began after Mount Ruang's eruption that was extended until Monday. 

(mg/inp/pr/nm)