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Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
Based on pilot observations, the Buenos Aires VAAC reported that ash plumes from Ubinas rose to altitudes of 3.7-6.7 km (12,000-22,000 ft) a.s.l. on 26 March and 1 April. The plumes drifted SW and NW, respectively. Read all- More about Ubinas volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
INGEOMINAS reported that seismic tremor from Nevado del Huila increased during 18-25 March. Residents reported noises, the odor of sulfur, and small ash plumes. Seismicity increased again on 29 March; INGEOMINAS raised the Alert Level to Orange (on a 4-color scale, Orange is second highest). Read all- More about Nevado del Huila volcano
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Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
Based on visual observations from HVO and National Park Service (NPS) crews as well as web camera views, HVO reported that during 26 March-1 April lava flow activity from Kilauea's Thanksgiving Eve Breakout (TEB) shield was mostly concentrated at multiple points along the Waikupanaha and Ki ocean entries. Incandescence from the TEB vent was noted. During 25-26 March, an active lava flow was spotted SE of Kalalua Cone. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
IG reported that although visual observations were occasionally limited due to cloud cover, ash-and-steam plumes from Tungurahua were spotted and rose to altitudes of 6-8 km (19,700-26,200 ft) a.s.l. during 25 March-1 April. Ash plumes drifted SW, W, and NW and were intermittently produced by explosions; ashfall was reported in areas downwind during 25 and 27-28 March. Read all- More about Tungurahua volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
MVO reported that during 25-31 March the lava dome at Soufrière Hills changed very little, based on visual observations and other measurable parameters. Fumarolic activity was concentrated on the NW and SE flanks, and at the head of Gages Valley to the W where the emissions were bluish. The Alert Level remained elevated at 4 (on a scale of 0-5). Read all- More about Soufriere Hills volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
KVERT reported that seismic activity at Shiveluch was slightly above background levels during 21-28 March and hot avalanches possibly descended the dome during 19-22 March. According to video footage and visual observations, fumarolic activity from the lava dome was observed during 20-24 and 27 March. Observations of satellite imagery revealed that a thermal anomaly was present in the crater during the reporting period. Read all- More about Shiveluch volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
Based on observations of satellite imagery, the Washington VAAC reported that ash puffs from Santa María's Santiaguito lava dome complex drifted SW on 1 April. Read all- More about Santiaguito volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
During 26 March-1 April, RVO reported that ash and steam-and-ash plumes rose to altitudes of 1.2-2.7 km (3,900-8,900 ft) a.s.l. and drifted SW, W, NW, and N. Incandescent material was propelled above the crater rim and explosive roaring noises were occasionally heard. Read all- More about Rabaul (Tavurvur) volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
CVGHM reported that seismicity from Kerinci increased during 17-24 March. On 24 March, an ash-and-gas plume rose to an altitude of 4.3 (14,100 ft) a.s.l. The Alert Status remained at 2 (on a scale of 1-4). Residents and visitors were advised not to enter an area within 1 km of the summit. Read all- More about Kerinci volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
KVERT reported that seismic activity at Karymsky was slightly above background levels during 23 and 25-26 March, and at background levels during 21-22, 24, and 27-28 March. Based on seismic interpretation, ash plumes possibly rose to an altitude of 3.3 km (10,800 ft) a.s.l. on 22 March. Read all- More about Karymsky volcano
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Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
CVGHM reported that seismic activity from Gamkonora increased on 24 March. The Alert Level remained at 2 (on a scale of 1-4) and visitors were reminded not to approach or climb the crater. Read all- More about Gamkonora volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
The Washington VAAC reported that multiple ash puffs from Fuego were visible on satellite imagery on 31 March drifting SW and on 1 April. Read all- More about Fuego volcano
Wed, 26 Mar 2008, 06:00
The USGS reported that seismicity at Anatahan decreased during 26-31 March. The Volcanic Alert Level was lowered to Advisory and the Aviation Color Code was lowered to Yellow on 31 March. Read all- More about Anatahan volcano
Tue, 25 Mar 2008, 09:03
The ash plume from the new Halemau'uma'u vent.
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Thu, 20 Mar 2008, 15:35
On March 19, 2008, a small explosion occurred at Halema'uma'u Crater at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano. This is the first explosive event at the summit of Kilauea after almost a century. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
IG reported that although visual observations were limited due to cloud cover, ash-and-steam plumes from Tungurahua were spotted and rose to altitudes of 5.5-8 km (18,000-26,200 ft) a.s.l. during 19-25 March. Ash plumes drifted S, SW, W, NNW, and NNE; ashfall was reported in areas downwind during 19-21 and 23-25 March. Read all- More about Tungurahua volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
RVO reported that white plumes from two sources at the summit of Garbuna drifted SE during 19-21 March. Ashfall and a strong sulfur odor were reported in Kimbe Town (about 17 km SE) on 19 March. Read all- More about Garbuna volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
Based on visual observations from HVO and National Park Service (NPS) crews as well as web camera views, HVO reported that during 19-25 March lava flow activity from Kilauea's Thanksgiving Eve Breakout (TEB) shield was mostly concentrated in and near the Royal Gardens subdivision and at multiple points along the Waikupanaha and Ki ocean entries. Lava flows advanced eastward over an old sea cliff and onto the 1990 lava delta, and were 120 m W of the viewing area on 23 March. Flows through a kipuka produced fires during 18-22 March. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
KVERT reported that seismic activity at Karymsky was slightly above background levels during 13-16 March and at background levels during 17-19 March. Weak ash explosions or avalanches possibly occurred on 15 March when observations of satellite imagery revealed an ash plume drifting 40 km SE. On 16 March, ash deposits 15-20 km in length mantled the snow to the NE and ESE. Read all- More about Karymsky volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
Based on information from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported that an explosion from Suwanose-jima occurred on 22 March. The altitude and direction of a possible resultant plume were not reported. Read all- More about Suwanose-jima volcano
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Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
MVO reported that that during 19-25 March the lava dome at Soufrière Hills changed very little, based on visual observations and other measurable parameters. Fumarolic activity was concentrated on the NW and SE flanks where abundant sulfur deposits were noted, and at the head of Gages Valley to the W. The Alert Level remained elevated at 4 (on a scale of 0-5). Read all- More about Soufriere Hills volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
KVERT reported that seismic activity at Shiveluch was slightly above background levels during 14-21 March. Based on seismic interpretation, ash plumes possibly rose to an altitude of 3.5 km (11,200 ft) a.s.l. on 13 and 17 March. Read all- More about Shiveluch volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
RVO reported that ash plumes from Rabaul caldera's Tavurvur cone rose to altitudes of 1.7-3.2 km (5,600-10,500 ft) a.s.l. and drifted in almost all directions during 19-26 March. Ashfall was reported daily in areas downwind, including Rabaul Town (3-5 km NW), Matupit Island (2 km W), and Kokopo (20 km SE). Read all- More about Rabaul (Tavurvur) volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
SERNAGEOMIN reported that fumarolic activity from the central pyroclastic cone in Llaima's main crater reactivated on 13 March and intensified during 15-17 March. Sulfur dioxide plumes rose to an altitude of 3.6 km (11,800 ft) a.s.l. and drifted E. Read all- More about Llaima volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
INSIVUMEH reported that during 22-25 March more frequent explosions (4-5 per hour) from Fuego produced ash plumes to altitudes of 4.1-4.6 km (13,500-15,100 ft) a.s.l. The plumes drifted 6-8 km S and SE. Most explosions produced degassing and rumbling noises, and shock waves that vibrated windows and ceilings within a 5-8 km radius. Read all- More about Fuego volcano
Wed, 19 Mar 2008, 06:00
The USGS reported that seismicity at Anatahan remained elevated during 19-25 March. Based on observations of satellite imagery, the Washington VAAC reported that diffuse gas-and-ash plumes drifted SW, NE, and E during 19-22 March. The Volcanic Alert Level remained at Watch and the Aviation Color Code remained at Orange. Read all- More about Anatahan volcano
Tue, 18 Mar 2008, 00:47
While lava continues to flow into the ocean, an unusual event is taking place at the summit of the volcano: a new gas vent has opened at the base of Halemaumau crater in the caldera of Kilauea volcano. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Wed, 12 Mar 2008, 06:00
Based on pilot observations, the Buenos Aires VAAC reported that an ash plume from Ubinas rose to altitudes of 5.5-6.1 km (18,000-20,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted N on 17 March. Read all- More about Ubinas volcano
Wed, 12 Mar 2008, 06:00
RVO reported that renewed eruptive activity from Garbuna started on 11 March and consisted of ash emissions accompanied by occasional booming noises. The resultant ash plumes rose to an altitude less that 1.6 km (5,200 ft) a.s.l. and drifted SW. Read all- More about Garbuna volcano
Wed, 12 Mar 2008, 06:00
Based on visual observations from HVO and National Park Service (NPS) crews as well as web camera views, HVO reported that during 12-18 March lava flow activity from Kilauea's Thanksgiving Eve Breakout (TEB) shield was concentrated at rootless satellitic shields to the SE, in and near the Royal Gardens subdivision, and at ocean entries. During 12-13 March, lava flows entered the ocean at multiple locations on the Waikupanaha delta and at a new location 100 m E. A breakout from the E margin near the access road split into two lobes, surrounded and destroyed existing structures and covered the access road, and entered a nearby kipuka. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
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