Category Volcano Eruption

Alaska Airlines flight diverted away from Nome by ash from Russian volcano

Ash from a Russian volcano diverted the nightly flight into Nome Thursday.   The Global Volcanism Program at the Smithsonian Institution tracked “powerful explosions” last week and into this week from the Shiveluch volcano, considered one of the most active…

Eruptive activity is becoming intense at Mount Aso. Volcanic tremor continues 24h/day, Japan

Mount Aso, an active volcano of Kumamoto prefecture, is starting to be active, according to Japan meteorological agency.   From their monthly report published on 1/13/2015, the eruptive activity has become intense since 11 Intermittent eruption is observed and warned…

Earthquakes, Blizzards, Volcanic Activity All Hit Russia’s Far East on One Day

Volcano Ashes Prompt Closure of Colombian Airport

The increase in the emissions of ashes from Colombia”s volcano Nevado del Ruiz prompted today the closure of nearby La Nubia airport to prevent traffic congestion to and from the terminal.   According to Director of the Volcano Observatory of…