Sinabung volcano (Indonesia) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 15 November-21 November 2017 (Continuing Activity)

Wed, 15 Nov 2017, 06:00

06:00 AM | BY: VN

Based on observations by PVMBG, satellite and webcam images, and model data, the Darwin VAAC reported that during 15-19 November ash plumes from Sinabung rose 4.3-4.9 km (14,000-16,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted NW, W, and SW. The Alert Level remained at 4 (on a scale of 1-4).

Source: Darwin Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre (VAAC)
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From: Global Volcanism Program, 2017. Report on Sinabung. In: Mayberry, G (ed.), Weekly Volcanic Activity Report 15 November-21 November 2017. Smithsonian Institution and US Geological Survey.

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