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Activity from the volcano in the Sunda Strait has drawn attention in recent days as ash spreads to various regions, including Banten and parts of West Java, ABC News reported.

According to The Jakarta Posteight people were missing, including five journalists sent to cover the volcanic eruption.

This situation has raised public concerns about potential disruptions to the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup, which is scheduled to take place in Indonesia from Sept. 24 to Oct. 5.

Many social media accounts have speculated that the event is at risk of cancellation due to the volcanic activity.

These primary concerns center on regional air quality, the safety of players and fans, and the logistical challenges of travel between match venues, according to She was.

Neither the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) nor FIFA has issued any official announcements regarding cancellation, relocation, or schedule adjustments.

Preparations for the international tournament are proceeding as planned.

The most significant operational issue at present concerns aviation safety.

According to Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency, the ash plume from Anak Krakatau has intermittently reached an altitude of approximately 15,000 feet (4,572 m). At higher altitudes, ash has been detected at around 50,000 feet, moving toward the Indian Ocean.

Volcanic ash has been reported at several airports across the islands of Java and Sumatra. AirNav Indonesia issued a Notice to Airmen requesting the temporary closure of eight airports for several days until late Sept. 7 to ensure passenger safety.

The FIFA ASEAN Cup is around three weeks away from kicking off, and volcanic activity and the trajectory of ash clouds could change in the coming time.

Recent meteorological updates indicate that ash levels are already showing early signs of decreasing as conditions on the ground gradually improve.

Indonesia are the host nation for Division 1 of the FIFA ASEAN Cup and were drawn in Group A alongside Malaysia, Singapore and Bangladesh.

Their regional rival Vietnam are placed in Group B alongside Thailand, the Philippines and Pakistan.