Jakarta, Nov. 21 -- The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) has pledged full support for emergency response and environmental recovery efforts following the eruption of Mount Semeru in Lumajang District, East Java.

BNPB Deputy for Systems and Strategy Raditya Jati said here on Friday that current emergency measures focus on clearing ash and mud that are blocking access and disrupting residents' activities.

Meeting basic needs and providing services for evacuees also remain government priorities.

BNPB is providing logistical management and equipment to accelerate field operations.

The assistance includes the shipment of food supplies, evacuation gear, and tools to support area clean-up.

Jati confirmed that the Lumajang-Malang r...