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Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
Observations of Tungurahua's summit area during 30 June-6 July were mostly not possible due to inclement weather. On 2 July, gas plumes were seen drifting WSW during breaks in the cloud cover. Ashfall was reported in areas 8-9 km W and SW, and as far away as 40 km WSW in San Juan. Read all- More about Tungurahua volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
On 28 June, MVO reported that for the first time since February 2010 ash venting from the Soufrière Hills lava dome was observed and caused light ashfall in several areas across Montserrat. Ash venting began on 25 June and was coincident with small swarms of volcano-tectonic earthquakes on 23 and 25 June, although with no other discernable associated seismicity. Observations initially from MVO staff and during a later overflight indicated that the ash venting occurred from inside the collapse scar (near the N rim of English's crater) and from the S part of the summit crater that had formed on 11 February. Read all- More about Soufriere Hills volcano
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Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
KVERT reported that during 24 June-2 July seismic activity from Shiveluch was above background levels and suggested that possible ash plumes occasionally rose to an altitude of 6.6 km (21,600 ft) a.s.l. On 24 and 29 June ash plumes from hot avalanches rose to an altitude of 4.5 km (14,800 ft) a.s.l. Strong fumarolic activity was also noted on these days. Read all- More about Shiveluch volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
Minor gas-and-steam plumes from Pagan continued to be observed in satellite imagery during breaks in cloud cover from 25 June to 2 July. The Washington VAAC reported that on 5 July a small cloud of ash mixed with a gas plume was observed in satellite imagery. The Aviation Color Code remained at Yellow and the Volcano Alert Level remained at Advisory. Read all- More about Pagan volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on information from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported a possible eruption from Miyake-jima on 4 July. Details of possible resulting plumes were unreported. Read all- More about Miyake-shima volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
KVERT reported that during 25 June-2 July seismic activity from Kliuchevskoi was above background levels and Strombolian activity was observed on 24 and 29 June. Ash plumes occasionally rose to an altitude of 5.3 km (17,400 ft) a.s.l. Satellite imagery analysis revealed a large daily thermal anomaly from the volcano and an ash plume that drifted 32 km S on 1 July. Read all- More about Klyuchevskoy volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
During 30 June-6 July HVO reported that activity at Kilauea continued from the summit and the east rift zone. At the summit, the level of a lava-pool surface in the deep pit inset within the floor of Halema'uma'u crater remained mostly stable; glow from the vent was also visible at night. A plume from the vent mainly drifted SW, dropping small amounts of tephra, and occasionally fresh spatter, downwind. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
KVERT reported that during 25 June-2 July seismic activity from Karymsky was above background levels and suggested that possible ash plumes rose to an altitude of 7 km (23,000 ft) a.s.l. A strong thermal anomaly was detected in satellite imagery on 27 June; cloud cover prevented views of the volcano on other days. The Aviation Color Code level remained at Orange. Read all- More about Karymsky volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on analyses of satellite imagery, the Darwin VAAC reported that during 30 June-2 July and on 6 July ash plumes from Dukono rose to an altitude of 2.4 km (8,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted 90-225 km W and NW. Read all- More about Dukono volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on analyses of satellite imagery, the Darwin VAAC reported that an ash plume from Bagana rose to an altitude of 2.4 km (8,000 ft) a.s.l. on 4 July and drifted 75 km W. Read all- More about Bagana volcano
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Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
OVSICORI-UNA reported that during June activity originating from Arenal's Crater C consisted of gas emissions, sporadic Strombolian eruptions, and occasional avalanches. Some of the Strombolian eruptions caused glass to vibrate in buildings located 4 km N. A lava flow that began in mid-January remained active on the S flank. Read all- More about Arenal volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on information from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported that during 30 June-1 July and 4-6 July explosions from Sakura-jima sometimes produced plumes. Those plumes, along with ash plumes occasionally seen by pilots, rose to altitudes of 1.5-4.6 km (5,000-15,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted E and SE. Read all- More about Sakurajima volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on analyses of satellite imagery, the Darwin VAAC reported that during 1 and 2-5 July ash plumes from Ulawun drifted 55-195 km at an altitude of 3 km (10,000 ft) a.s.l. Read all- More about Ulawun volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
KVERT reported that during 24 June-2 July seismic activity from Gorely was above background levels, further increasing on 28 and 29 June. Analysis of satellite imagery showed a thermal anomaly over Gorely during 24-28 June; cloud cover prevented observations on other days. A gas-and-steam plume drifted 35 km S on 28 June. Read all- More about Gorely volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
KVERT reported that, according to observers in Severo-Kurilsk about 7 km E, activity from Ebeko increased on 2 July. Explosions produced ash plumes that rose to an altitude of 1.8 km (5,900 ft) a.s.l. and drifted SSE. The Level of Aviation Color Code was raised to Yellow. Read all- More about Ebeko volcano
Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 06:00
SVERT reported that a thermal anomaly from Tiatia volcano was detected by satellite on 25 June. Read all- More about Tiatia volcano
Sat, 26 Jun 2010, 16:06
Kliuchevsky volcano is showing regular strombolian activity, with jets of incandescent lava and ash clouds reaching several hundreds meters, as shown on recently published photos on the KVERT website. - More about Klyuchevskoy volcano
Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 09:52
The lava dome on Montserrat is again growing. The latest USGS/GVP activity report summarizes the recent activity: "MVO reported that pyroclastic flows from the Soufrière Hills lava dome occurred during 11-18 June. One of the largest pyroclastic flows traveled W down Gages Valley;others originated from within the collapse scar. A thermal camera showed several hot areas on the lava dome,likely exposed from rockfall and pyroclastic flow activity. On 28 June a small lahar descended the Belham Valley,to the NW. The Hazard Level remained at 3."- More about Soufriere Hills volcano
Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 09:44
The remote Gaua volcano remains very active. Wellington VAAC monitors ash plumes often rising to 3 km (10,1000 ft) a.s.l. - More about Gaua volcano
Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 09:40
Based on reports by the VAAC Darwin, Batu Tara volcano in the Sunda Sea continues to produce occasional ash eruptions reaching 2-3 km a.s.l.- More about Batu Tara volcano
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Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
KVERT reported that during 18-25 June seismic activity from Shiveluch was above background levels and suggested that possible ash plumes rose to an altitude of 5.1 km (16,700 ft) a.s.l. Strong fumarolic activity and hot avalanches were observed during 21-23 June. An ash plume was seen rising to an altitude of 6.5 km (21,300 ft) a.s.l. on 23 June. Read all- More about Shiveluch volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
KVERT reported that during 18-25 June seismic activity from Kliuchevskoi was above background levels and Strombolian activity was sometimes observed. Ash plumes occasionally rose to an altitude of 5.5 km (18,000 ft) a.s.l. Satellite imagery analysis revealed a large daily thermal anomaly from the volcano and ash plumes that drifted 120 km in multiple directions during 19 and 22-23 June. Read all- More about Klyuchevskoy volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on reports from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported a possible eruption of Kirishima on 28 June. Information about a possible resulting plume was not reported. Read all- More about Kirishima volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
During 23-29 June HVO reported that activity at Kilauea continued from the summit and the east rift zone. At the summit, the level of a lava-pool surface in the deep pit inset within the floor of Halema'uma'u crater remained mostly stable; glow from the vent was also visible at night. A plume from the vent mainly drifted SW, dropping small amounts of tephra, and occasionally fresh spatter, downwind. Read all- More about Kilauea volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on analysis of satellite imagery, KVERT reported a thermal anomaly over the volcano during 17, 19-20, and 22-23 June. Small ash clouds 10 x 8 km and 12 x 5.5 km in dimension were seen E of the volcano on 17 and 23 June, respectively. Based on information from KEMSD, the Tokyo VAAC reported that an eruption on 29 June produced a plume that rose to an altitude of 7 km (23,000 ft) a.s.l. Read all- More about Karymsky volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
The Nordic Volcanological Center (NVC) at the Institute of Earth Sciences reported on 23 June that small ash clouds from Eyjafjallajökull's summit caldera were occasionally seen, but dispersed quickly. Water was slowly accumulating in the crater because ice was no longer in contact with hot material. Read all- More about Eyafjallajökull volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on analyses of satellite imagery, the Darwin VAAC reported that during 23-24 and 29 June ash plumes from Dukono rose to an altitude of 2.4 km (8,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted 120-225 km W. Read all- More about Dukono volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
Based on information from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported that during 23-29 June explosions from Sakura-jima sometimes produced plumes. Those plumes, along with ash plumes occasionally seen by pilots, rose to altitudes of 1.8-3.7 km (6,000-12,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted E, SE, and NW. Read all- More about Sakurajima volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
RVO reported that white-to-gray plumes rose from Ulawun during 23-25 June and fine ash fell on the SW and NW flanks. Low rumbling was heard and dull fluctuating incandescence was observed for a brief period of time from the SE. During 25-26 June white to gray-brown plumes rose 600 m. Read all- More about Ulawun volcano
Wed, 23 Jun 2010, 06:00
Although storm clouds occasionally prevented observations of Tungurahua's summit area, steam-and-gas plumes were seen on 22 and 23 June and steam-and-ash plumes were seen during 24-28 June. The plumes rose as high as 1 km above the crater and drifted NW, W, and SW. During most days ash fell in areas within 8 km SW and occasionally in areas 8 km W and NW. Read all- More about Tungurahua volcano
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