Bagana volcano (Papua New Guinea): ash emissions

Fri, 5 Jun 2015, 07:58

07:58 AM | BY: T

Based on satellite observations, the volcano has produced a number of ash plumes rising to approx. 8,000 ft (2.4 km) altitude, which drifted 40 km to the west. (VAAC Darwin)
A strong heat source has been visible at the crater since 21 May as well. This suggests a new eruptive phase is in course, likely in form of a lava dome extrusion and/or mild strombolian activity.

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Previous news

Wed, 3 Jun 2015, 06:00

Bagana volcano (Bougainville, Papua New Guinea) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 3 June-9 June 2015 (Continuing Activity)

Based on analyses of satellite imagery and wind data, the Darwin VAAC reported that during 4-6 June ash plumes from Bagana rose to an altitude of 2.4 km (8,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted 45-65 km SW, W and NE. ... Read all

Wed, 27 May 2015, 06:00

Bagana volcano (Bougainville, Papua New Guinea) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 27 May-2 June 2015 (Continuing Activity)

Based on analyses of satellite imagery and wind data, the Darwin VAAC reported that on 28 May an ash plume from Bagana rose to an altitude of 3 km (10,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted almost 160 km NW. ... Read all

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