Description | Observes the sea covered in pumice stone, some pieces very large. Comments on currents in the Sunda Straits in relation to Admiralty Charts. Notes Hat Cape was entierly surrounded by pumice stone, which smothed the crests of the waves.
Reports passing Krakatoa and witnessing its formation completely altered, describing the changes in detail. Observes the washing away of the town of Anger[sic.] Notes the aspect of Thwartway island is also changed.
Specific coordinates mentioned:
Lat 8.34 Long 94.40 |