Jeremy Gray Petapixel.com Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:15 UTC
Incredible new footage shows the Sakurajima volcano erupting in Kyushu, Japan today, spewing volcanic ash high into the air and causing Japanese authorities to issue an ash advisory.
Sakurajima, also known as "Cherry Blossom Island," is a stratovolcano, and its summit has three peaks, Kita-dake, Naka-dake, and Minami-dake, the lattermost of which remains active. The peninsula has a relatively small population of a few thousand residents and is a popular tourist destination thanks partly to artisan pottery made using volcanic ash.
The latest eruption, captured on video by Nobumi Moriya and shared by Volcanholic1 on Threads, sent ash plumes up to six kilometers (3.7 miles) into the air above Minami-dake.
Marta Di Donfrancesco Reuters Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:25 UTC
Flights serving the eastern Sicilian city of Catania were halted on Tuesday after an eruption from nearby Mount Etna, the airport operator said, bringing fresh travel woe during the peak summer tourist season.
Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has seen intense activity in recent days, spewing hot ash and lava.
The airport of Catania had already been closed earlier this month due to ash in the sky. It acts as a hub for the east of Sicily and attracts more arrivals than the capital Palermo.
The statement said that authorities had decided on "the suspension of all incoming and outgoing flights."
"The suspension will result in cancellations and/or rerouting to other airports," it added, saying normal operations would resume once the ash fallout had ended.
Disaster Update YouTube Sun, 21 Jul 2024 11:03 UTC
Mount Villarrica, located in the Araucanía region of Chile, erupted frequently on July 21, 2024.
Known for its persistent volcanic activity, Villarrica is one of the most active volcanoes in South America. The recent eruptions produced significant ash plumes and lava flows, prompting local authorities to issue safety warnings and advisories for nearby communities.
The fertile slopes of Villarrica support extensive agriculture, despite the risks posed by its eruptions. The surrounding area is also a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors to its scenic landscapes and outdoor activities.
Continuous monitoring by volcanologists using advanced technology, such as seismic sensors and satellite imagery, helps track Villarrica's behavior and provide early warnings. The ongoing activity underscores the importance of preparedness and effective risk management in volcanic regions.
Historically, Villarrica has had numerous eruptions, shaping the local geography and impacting the lives of those who live nearby.
Sakurajima volcano in Japan's Kagoshima Prefecture has erupted, Volcanic Ash Advisory Center, VAAC, Tokyo reported on July 20. The VAAC warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to an estimated 4900 m altitude or flight level 160 and is moving at 20 kts in E direction. No damage or casualties have been reported so far.
The volcano is located in the southern island of Kyushu. Sakurajima is an active volcano, formerly an island and now a peninsula, in Kagoshima Prefecture. Being one of the most active volcanoes in the country, Sakurajima last erupted in February this year.
Sakurajima, which means Cherry Blossom Island, is located about 1,000 kilometers southwest of Tokyo, and near the city of Kagoshima in the southern prefecture. Sakurajima used to be an island but became a peninsula following an eruption in 1914. In 2019, Sakurajima spewed ash 5.5 km high.
The activity of Mount Merapi issued incandescent lava flows, in Tunggul Arum, Sleman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia on July, 20, 2024.
Report of the Center for Geological Disaster Technology Research and Development (BPPTKG) conditions of Mount Merapi in Sleman.
Issuing 19 Lava Flows with a Maximum Glide Distance of 1.7 Kilometers and weakly pressurized crater smoke observed in white with moderate intensity and a height of 10-20 meters above the crater, the current status of Mount Merapi is still alert level III.
The explosive eruption at the volcano continues at moderate levels.
The volcano continues to produce minor, sometimes strong vulcanian-type eruptions accompanied by ash plumes with an average altitude of 15,000 ft (4,500 m) over the past week.
The spewed ash has been spread about 3 km to the southeast-southwest of the volcano over the past few days.
A vulcanian-sized explosion occurred at the volcano from the caldera at 09:28 GMT yesterday.
The eruption spewed a dense grey ash plume, which reached approx. 7,000 ft (2,100 m) altitude.
Magma is being stored in magma chamber within the Aira caldera where continues to accumulate in the long-term period.
The warning bulletin states that ballistic impacts of volcanic bombs and pyroclastic flows could affect an area of about 2 km distance from the main crater.
The Alert Level for the volcano remains at Level 3.
Mount Marapi volcano erupted in Indonesia on July 11, releasing a captivating 3,300-foot-high ash column. Authorities issued an alert level 2 status, restricting access within a 2-mile radius of the peak.
Comment: About a week prior: Sakurajima volcano erupts in southern Japan - No damage reported yet