Volcanoes, Volcanism and Geology News

Volcanic lightning is not only one of the most mysterious and impressive phenomena observed in some volcanic eruptions, but also important to science. Read allA swarm of earthquakes was detected in the vicinity of Mount Edgecumbe volcano beginning on Monday, April 11, 2022. Read all

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Activity at Pavlof has continued at a low level with possible lava effusion visible on satellite images and elevated surface temperatures, a continuous volcanic tremor and active seismicity remain consistent. Effusive action has continued but no explosive activity within the past day, the possibility of low-level ash emissions and small explosions at the summit are still a possibility that makes the summit particularly dangerous.

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With around 30 active volcanic systems, comprising approximately 130 volcanoes, Iceland is the ideal location for constructing the world's first ever underground magma observatory. Read all