Category Volcano Alert

Strong explosions, ash plume to 17,000 ft (5 km) altitude at Sakurajima volcano in Japan

Strong explosion at Sakurajima yesterday A peak of activity occurred yesterday, with two strong explosions that produced ash plums that rose to 17,000 ft / 5 km altitude.   The activity was followed by continues, noisy smaller explosions and ash…

Earthquakes on Hawaii Volcano Could Signal New Eruption

A series of earthquakes and shifting ground on the slopes of Kilauea have scientists wondering what will happen next at one of the world’s most active volcanoes.   A lake of lava near the summit of Kilauea on Hawaii’s Big…