Merapi Volcano Threat Downgraded, Cold Lava Still a Worry

Mount Merapi has been downgraded from an alert status, but authorities warn that hot and cold lava can still be a threat.
Merapi Volcano Threat Downgraded, Cold Lava Still a Worry
Mount Merapi erupting as farmer works in the rice fields. By: Ulet Ifansasti/Getty Images
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Mount Merapi erupting as farmer works in the rice fields. (By: Ulet Ifansasti/Getty Images)