Infographic: What caused this 20-year mud volcano in Indonesia?

Infographic: What caused this 20-year mud volcano in Indonesia?

Officially, the Sidoarjo mudflow, which has been erupting continuously for 20 years, was caused by an earthquake. An expert’s alternative theory suggests it was triggered by dangerous drilling practices.By Lachlan Haycock and Heath DunnA massive mud volcano in Indonesia that has affected tens of thousands of homes, livelihoods, livestock – not to mention the geology of the surrounding region – is still ongoing.The blowout occurred at an oil and …