A volcano that erupted with the power of one million atomic bombs around 454 million years ago has been discovered deep under England. Scientists say this supervolcano is buried under the east coast of England, with the centre right beneath The Wash. The volcano spans an area of 64 kilometres and is responsible for a layer of volcanic ash found in many countries. This ash layer is present in Poland, Belarus, and also Sweden and Norway. Can it erupt again?&nbsp;The discovery was made following a fresh analysis of rock samples gathered 80 years ago from North Creake in Norfolk and Claxby in Lincolnshire. The researchers said that the finding changes human understanding of "England's deep geological past". Prof Jenni Barclay, a volcanologist at the University of Bristol, said, "This work is an important step forward in piecing together the geological history of the UK."&nbsp;The team took the old specimen during COVID and tried using new technology to study it since they could not get their hands on new samples because of the lockdowns. These included crystals as wide as a human hair that formed in molten magma before the eruption. During their analysis, scientists found that the samples taken from Norfolk and Lincolnshire had come from the same volcano and formed at the same time.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientists-reveal-the-safest-country-when-catastrophe-strikes-the-planet-1787726041592">Scientists reveal the SAFEST COUNTRY when catastrophe strikes the planet</a>&nbsp;This eruption was also extremely powerful, and the proof was found in Norway. These samples were exactly the same as the ones collected from Norway and Sweden and analysed by researchers at the University of Oslo. This showed that the material from this volcano spread across a large area, including the present-day Scandinavian countries.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/lost-continent-located-between-india-and-madagascar-could-be-lemuria-believers-claim-1787556158658">Lost continent located between India and Madagascar could be Lemuria, believers claim</a><h2>Can this super volcano erupt again?</h2> The finding causes obvious concerns among the common man. What if it erupts again? Allaying all such fears, scientists have assured that this volcano has gone extinct and will never erupt again. Dr Tim Pharaoh of the British Geological Survey (BGS), said, "Unlike faults, which can be seismically reactivated, a volcano can't." &nbsp;He added, "Once it's gone extinct, that's it. Nobody needs to worry about the supervolcano erupting again."

England is home to a massive volcano that erupted 454 million years ago. The eruption was so massive that the ash spread not only in England but also in Belarus, Poland, and Scandinavia. This explosion was equivalent to a million atomic bombs. Can it erupt again?

A volcano that erupted with the power of one million atomic bombs around 454 million years ago has been discovered deep under England. Scientists say this supervolcano is buried under the east coast of England, with the centre right beneath The Wash. The volcano spans an area of 64 kilometres and is responsible for a layer of volcanic ash found in many countries. This ash layer is present in Poland, Belarus, and also Sweden and Norway. Can it erupt again? The discovery was made following a fresh analysis of rock samples gathered 80 years ago from North Creake in Norfolk and Claxby in Lincolnshire. The researchers said that the finding changes human understanding of "England's deep geological past". Prof Jenni Barclay, a volcanologist at the University of Bristol, said, "This work is an important step forward in piecing together the geological history of the UK." The team took the old specimen during COVID and tried using new technology to study it since they could not get their hands on new samples because of the lockdowns. These included crystals as wide as a human hair that formed in molten magma before the eruption. During their analysis, scientists found that the samples taken from Norfolk and Lincolnshire had come from the same volcano and formed at the same time. Also Read: Scientists reveal the SAFEST COUNTRY when catastrophe strikes the planet This eruption was also extremely powerful, and the proof was found in Norway. These samples were exactly the same as the ones collected from Norway and Sweden and analysed by researchers at the University of Oslo. This showed that the material from this volcano spread across a large area, including the present-day Scandinavian countries. Also Read: Lost continent located between India and Madagascar could be Lemuria, believers claim Can this super volcano erupt again? The finding causes obvious concerns among the common man. What if it erupts again? Allaying all such fears, scientists have assured that this volcano has gone extinct and will never erupt again. Dr Tim Pharaoh of the British Geological Survey (BGS), said, "Unlike faults, which can be seismically reactivated, a volcano can't." He added, "Once it's gone extinct, that's it. Nobody needs to worry about the supervolcano erupting again."

England is home to a massive volcano that erupted 454 million years ago. The eruption was so massive that the ash spread not only in England but also in Belarus, Poland, and Scandinavia. This explosion was equivalent to a million atomic bombs. Can it erupt again?

Volcano that erupted with strength of a million atomic bombs discovered in England

Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano experienced its 53rd eruptive episode, sending lava fountains soaring about 500 feet high and pushing a smoke plume up to 18,000 feet. The activity lasted roughly 9.6 hours before pausing, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Hawaii's Kilauea records 53rd eruptive episode

Guatemala remains on high alert following a violent, continuous eruption of the Volcán de Fuego (Volcano of Fire), one of Central America's most active and dangerous volcanoes. The eruption sent blazing rivers of lava and massive plumes of ash soaring nearly four miles into the sky, turning surrounding clouds an ominous red.


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Europe's largest active volcano, Mount Etna, erupted in Sicily, sending ash and volcanic material into the sky. Authorities say volcanic activity has since eased, with tremor levels dropping and ash emissions subsiding. Mount Etna remains under a yellow alert as officials continue to monitor the situation.

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Near Hawaii's Kilauea, cameras captured a rare whirlwind spinning across the volcanic landscape. Researchers say the vortex likely formed when intense heat from fresh lava sent hot air rising into cooler layers above. Watch the full video to know more on this!


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On May 25, a meteor crashed near a volcano in the Philippines, and soon after impact, a white light source could be seen rising up in the night sky. This triggered curiosity about its nature, with some people speculating extraterrestrial involvement. However, a scientist has clarified that it wasn't what the mind wants to believe. According to Avi Loeb, it was "likely the glint from a satellite that reflects sunlight." As soon as the meteor crashes, a mysterious orb of light can be seen rising up from the landing site. He said in an interview with News Nation that this light is in no way connected to the meteorite and is coming from a satellite. Loeb said it was a coincidental phenomenon that a satellite reflected light at the same moment and place where a meteor struck.<h2>A satellite coincidence over the Philippines volcano</h2>The Harvard professor said that with more than 10,000 communication satellites moving around the Earth, it’s not very unlikely to see such a coincidence. The interviewer is surprised to learn this, and asks if he is sure "that this rising light is not originating from the meteorite?" to which Loeb offers evidence and replies, "The rising white light is moving along a straight line as expected for a satellite". The incident happened at Mount Mayon, one of the world's most active volcanoes. The moment a green fireball made impact was captured by several cameras, and occurred at 10:30 pm, according to the Philippine Information Agency.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/meteor-explodes-over-massachusetts-massive-sonic-booms-sparks-panic-what-s-happening-1780191045132">Meteor explodes over Massachusetts, massive sonic booms spark panic: What's happening</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🇵🇭 Philippines: Un météore a fendu le ciel au-dessus du volcan Mayon sur l&#39;île de Luçon, aux Philippines, au moment même où celui-ci entrait en éruption.<a href="https://t.co/oHxdg3bGAK">pic.twitter.com/oHxdg3bGAK</a>&mdash; Restitutor Orientis 🇱🇮 (@restitutorII) <a href="https://x.com/restitutorII/status/2058993661711437990?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>Mount Mayon has been erupting for 140 days</h2>&nbsp;The volcano was erupting at the time of the meteor strike, its 140th day, creating a visual spectacle that has amazed scientists across the world. The footage shared by afarTV shows the meteor strike, as lava oozes out of the volcano and a small, white light rises in the sky. "It is a gorgeous video of an unusual coincidence," Bill Cooke, the head of the Meteoroid Environments Office at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, told The New York Times. Rebecca Williams, a volcanologist at the University of Hull in England, told the outlet, it was a "juxtaposition of two of the most powerful forces in the natural world."&nbsp;The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) initially reported that the meteor struck the northern slopes of Mayon Volcano. However, it later stated that there was no crash landing and the space rock vaporised in the atmosphere. The agency wrote in a post on X, "Our review of seismic, infrasound and additional camera footage around the volcano indicates that the meteor disintegrated while in the atmosphere and did not strike the slopes of Mayon, contrary to our initial post."&nbsp;

A meteor exploded behind Mount Mayon volcano in the Philippines, just as it was erupting. At the same time, a white streak of light was seen rising in the sky. It appears to be a scene from a sci-fi thriller, with a UFO rising from a crash on Earth. However, that is not the truth. 

On May 25, a meteor crashed near a volcano in the Philippines, and soon after impact, a white light source could be seen rising up in the night sky. This triggered curiosity about its nature, with some people speculating extraterrestrial involvement. However, a scientist has clarified that it wasn't what the mind wants to believe. According to Avi Loeb, it was "likely the glint from a satellite that reflects sunlight." As soon as the meteor crashes, a mysterious orb of light can be seen rising up from the landing site. He said in an interview with News Nation that this light is in no way connected to the meteorite and is coming from a satellite. Loeb said it was a coincidental phenomenon that a satellite reflected light at the same moment and place where a meteor struck. A satellite coincidence over the Philippines volcano The Harvard professor said that with more than 10,000 communication satellites moving around the Earth, it’s not very unlikely to see such a coincidence. The interviewer is surprised to learn this, and asks if he is sure "that this rising light is not originating from the meteorite?" to which Loeb offers evidence and replies, "The rising white light is moving along a straight line as expected for a satellite". The incident happened at Mount Mayon, one of the world's most active volcanoes. The moment a green fireball made impact was captured by several cameras, and occurred at 10:30 pm, according to the Philippine Information Agency. Also Read: Meteor explodes over Massachusetts, massive sonic booms spark panic: What's happening

A meteor exploded behind Mount Mayon volcano in the Philippines, just as it was erupting. At the same time, a white streak of light was seen rising in the sky. It appears to be a scene from a sci-fi thriller, with a UFO rising from a crash on Earth. However, that is not the truth.&nbsp;

Internet thinks white light rising after meteor strike behind volcano is UFO. Scientist gives his verdict

An underwater volcano has been erupting in the southwestern Pacific Ocean since early May, sending giant steamy-white plumes 10,000 feet above the ocean surface. The volcano sits in the Bismarck Sea, along the Titan Ridge just off the north coast of Papua New Guinea. It is also releasing a volcanic rock called pumice that is floating out into the sea. Scientists say this could lead to the formation of a new island, a geological occurrence rarely ever seen in satellite images. They first suspected volcanic activity in this region on May 8 after seismometers detected several earthquakes.&nbsp;&nbsp;Later, satellite images by NASA’s Aqua and Terra showed volcanic plumes rising above the sea. There is no set rule for how long underwater volcano eruptions could last. In 1972, one eruption 16 kilometres away from the current one lasted only four days, and another one in 1957 in the same sea went on for nearly four years.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/smiley-face-spider-discovered-in-indian-himalayas-it-was-only-ever-found-in-hawaii-1779358656559">Smiley face spider discovered in Indian Himalayas. It was only ever found in Hawaii</a>&nbsp;This underwater zone in the Pacific is believed to be quite deep, as shown by bathymetry. However, experts say that looking at the current volcanic activity, it seems it is quite shallow. Simon Carn, a volcanologist at Michigan Tech, told EarthSky, “There must be a lot of hot material near the surface to generate so many thermal anomalies. This suggests a fairly shallow eruption vent, much shallower than what’s implied by the existing bathymetry.”<h2>New island could form in the Pacific</h2>Recent satellite images suggest that this event is changing the underwater landscape, and there is a high chance that a new island will emerge from the eruption. Jim Garvin, the chief scientist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, said, they are "eagerly waiting to see if a new island is about to be born" as this is something they have "only rarely been able to observe with satellites as it happens." This would be an opportunity to see how plants and animals take over the new island.<h2>Submarine volcanoes</h2>Oceans continue to remain a mystery since humans have only explored and studied about 5 per cent to 10 per cent of the underwater areas. Only about 28.7 per cent of the global seafloor has been mapped. The majority is it still harbours species and formations that we have yet to see. Underwater or submarine volcanoes make up for roughly 75 per cent of Earth's magma output, and outnumber the ones on land.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The volcano in the Bismarck Sea could lead to the formation of a new island, scientists say. It has been erupting for weeks now, sending plumes 10,000 feet above the ocean surface. Experts are curious to see the island taking shape in real time.

An underwater volcano has been erupting in the southwestern Pacific Ocean since early May, sending giant steamy-white plumes 10,000 feet above the ocean surface. The volcano sits in the Bismarck Sea, along the Titan Ridge just off the north coast of Papua New Guinea. It is also releasing a volcanic rock called pumice that is floating out into the sea. Scientists say this could lead to the formation of a new island, a geological occurrence rarely ever seen in satellite images. They first suspected volcanic activity in this region on May 8 after seismometers detected several earthquakes. Later, satellite images by NASA’s Aqua and Terra showed volcanic plumes rising above the sea. There is no set rule for how long underwater volcano eruptions could last. In 1972, one eruption 16 kilometres away from the current one lasted only four days, and another one in 1957 in the same sea went on for nearly four years. Also Read: Smiley face spider discovered in Indian Himalayas. It was only ever found in Hawaii This underwater zone in the Pacific is believed to be quite deep, as shown by bathymetry. However, experts say that looking at the current volcanic activity, it seems it is quite shallow. Simon Carn, a volcanologist at Michigan Tech, told EarthSky, “There must be a lot of hot material near the surface to generate so many thermal anomalies. This suggests a fairly shallow eruption vent, much shallower than what’s implied by the existing bathymetry.” New island could form in the Pacific Recent satellite images suggest that this event is changing the underwater landscape, and there is a high chance that a new island will emerge from the eruption. Jim Garvin, the chief scientist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, said, they are "eagerly waiting to see if a new island is about to be born" as this is something they have "only rarely been able to observe with satellites as it happens." This would be an opportunity to see how plants and animals take over the new island. Submarine volcanoes Oceans continue to remain a mystery since humans have only explored and studied about 5 per cent to 10 per cent of the underwater areas. Only about 28.7 per cent of the global seafloor has been mapped. The majority is it still harbours species and formations that we have yet to see. Underwater or submarine volcanoes make up for roughly 75 per cent of Earth's magma output, and outnumber the ones on land.

The volcano in the Bismarck Sea could lead to the formation of a new island, scientists say. It has been erupting for weeks now, sending plumes 10,000 feet above the ocean surface. Experts are curious to see the island taking shape in real time.

Underwater volcano erupting for weeks could birth a new island in the Pacific

Yellowstone sits above one of the most studied volcanic systems in the world. Now new research by Chinese scientists suggests its magma source may be closer to the surface than previously thought. But what does that actually mean? This video explains how the system works, how scientists monitor it and is there is no immediate cause for concern.


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Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano is on the brink of its 40th eruptive episode as recent seismic tremors and increased lava activity signal that sustained lava fountaining could begin soon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. The volcano has been erupting intermittently since December 23, 2024, with low‑level lava activity and pauses between episodes, and scientists say a new phase of high fountaining may emerge within days, keeping alert level at Watch and aviation color code at Orange.

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The Taftan volcano in Iran, which has never erupted in human history, is showing signs of activity, with scientists saying it is stirring up. A new study has flagged that the volcano in southeastern Iran has risen by about 3.5 inches in just 10 months. This means that certain forces have become active underneath, and it is important to monitor the Taftan. But the volcano does not have on-the-ground instruments such as continuous GPS receivers, and so satellites become the best way to look at it. InSAR, a radar method that measures ground motion from space, was used to track changes in the volcano. Researchers gathered data from Sentinel-1 satellites, which spotted that the uplift in the Taftan continued for 10 months and was located at the centre of the summit, Earth.com reported.&nbsp;The pressure is still there since this uplift has not gone down. The exact point where the pressure has built sits around 1,600 to 2,070 feet below the surface. This shallow location suggests that the gases are located in a hydrothermal system where hot water and gases move around under a volcano. Researchers have flagged a need to monitor the Taftan volcano regularly, but since it is located in an extremely remote area, they will have to turn to space technology to gather data on it. Pablo J. González from the Institute of Natural Products and Agrobiology’s Spanish National Research Council (IPNA) is the lead author of the study published in Geophysical Research Letters.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/50km-hidden-object-reveals-ancient-volcano-on-moon-that-last-erupted-3-5-billion-years-ago-1765785642169">What's so hot? Two moon craters are hiding an ancient volcano that last erupted 3.5 billion years ago</a><h2>The Taftan volcano and the uplift</h2>To be sure that no external forces were to blame for this surge, scientists checked whether heavy rain and earthquakes could be a catalyst. However, they were quickly ruled out, and they are sure that internal forces are at work inside the volcano. The shallow pressure zone sits above the body of magma, which is flowing 3.2 kilometres below the volcano. The uplift could be caused by two reasons: Either the gas is building up in tight rocks and fractures, or a small pulse of melt has released volatiles into the shallower plumbing deep down.&nbsp;Taftan volcano is 12,9270 feet high and built of layers of lava and ash. There is a lack of proper records on its eruption history in the past 10,000 years. But, research has found that its last eruption happened roughly 710,000 years ago. It has witnessed a total of five different active eruption periods.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Taftan volcano in Iran is showing signs of activity, with satellites spotting an uplift at the summit. This volcano is believed to have last erupted 710,000 years ago, with clear data from 10,000 years being pretty scant.

The Taftan volcano in Iran, which has never erupted in human history, is showing signs of activity, with scientists saying it is stirring up. A new study has flagged that the volcano in southeastern Iran has risen by about 3.5 inches in just 10 months. This means that certain forces have become active underneath, and it is important to monitor the Taftan. But the volcano does not have on-the-ground instruments such as continuous GPS receivers, and so satellites become the best way to look at it. InSAR, a radar method that measures ground motion from space, was used to track changes in the volcano. Researchers gathered data from Sentinel-1 satellites, which spotted that the uplift in the Taftan continued for 10 months and was located at the centre of the summit, Earth.com reported. The pressure is still there since this uplift has not gone down. The exact point where the pressure has built sits around 1,600 to 2,070 feet below the surface. This shallow location suggests that the gases are located in a hydrothermal system where hot water and gases move around under a volcano. Researchers have flagged a need to monitor the Taftan volcano regularly, but since it is located in an extremely remote area, they will have to turn to space technology to gather data on it. Pablo J. González from the Institute of Natural Products and Agrobiology’s Spanish National Research Council (IPNA) is the lead author of the study published in Geophysical Research Letters. Also Read: What's so hot? Two moon craters are hiding an ancient volcano that last erupted 3.5 billion years ago The Taftan volcano and the uplift To be sure that no external forces were to blame for this surge, scientists checked whether heavy rain and earthquakes could be a catalyst. However, they were quickly ruled out, and they are sure that internal forces are at work inside the volcano. The shallow pressure zone sits above the body of magma, which is flowing 3.2 kilometres below the volcano. The uplift could be caused by two reasons: Either the gas is building up in tight rocks and fractures, or a small pulse of melt has released volatiles into the shallower plumbing deep down. Taftan volcano is 12,9270 feet high and built of layers of lava and ash. There is a lack of proper records on its eruption history in the past 10,000 years. But, research has found that its last eruption happened roughly 710,000 years ago. It has witnessed a total of five different active eruption periods.

The Taftan volcano in Iran is showing signs of activity, with satellites spotting an uplift at the summit. This volcano is believed to have last erupted 710,000 years ago, with clear data from 10,000 years being pretty scant.

Taftan volcano stirs up after 700,000 years as ground seen rising from space

Scientists have found a mass under two craters of the Moon emitting heat, hinting at the presence of an object that is very rare outside of Earth. Volcanism has been identified on the lunar surface, with lava fields and eruptions common billions of years ago. However, these volcanoes were different from the ones found on Earth. But then one such was identified, with signs present beneath the Compton and Belkovich craters on the far side of the Moon. The object found on the Moon is granite, hardly ever found anywhere else but on Earth. The process of its formation involves a volcano where magma can cool down and crystallise, besides water and tectonics.&nbsp;To see what lay beneath these craters and was emitting heat, the researchers used data from Chinese and American lunar orbiters. This led them to a volcanic process never seen before on the Moon, IFL Science reported. Co-lead researcher, Dr Matt Siegler, of the Planetary Science Institute, said in a statement, that an instrument on both the Chinese Chang'E 1 and 2 orbiters helped the team map temperatures below the surface. “What this means is that it is hot, not necessarily at the surface, as you would see in infrared, but under the surface," he added. This means that there is extra heat coming from somewhere below the feature within the deeper lunar crust. "So Compton-Belkovich, thought to be a volcano, is also hiding a large heat source below it," Matt said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/mysterious-deep-space-radio-signal-detected-in-2025-has-no-reasonable-explanation-1765774537616">Mysterious deep space radio signal detected in 2025 has no reasonable explanation</a><h2>Warmer surface exposed a volcanic area</h2>This volcanic surface spans 20 kilometres, is rich in silicon and is believed to be the caldera of this ancient volcano. The last eruption supposedly happened 3.5 billion years ago, yet this portion is 10 degrees Celsius warmer than the nearby areas. Scientists think this heat is from radioactive elements that got stuck in the rocks. "We interpret this heat flux as resulting from a radiogenic-rich granite body below the caldera," Dr Siegler said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/earth-has-a-tail-flowing-for-millions-of-kilometres-into-space-on-its-dark-side-1765431481520">Earth has a tail, flowing for millions of kilometres into space on its dark side</a>&nbsp;His wife, Dr Rita Economos, a geochemist, explained that what they have found is a "50km wide batholith". It is a "type of volcanic rock that forms when lava rises into the earth's crust but does not erupt onto the surface." This discovery of granite in one region on the Moon opens the possibility of finding it in other lunar areas, and even on more cosmic bodies.&nbsp; &nbsp;

An Earth-like volcano has been identified on the Moon that last erupted 3.5 billion years ago. Scientists say the higher temperature here gave it away. But what is generating heat if the volcano has not erupted in all these years? Here is what is happening.

Scientists have found a mass under two craters of the Moon emitting heat, hinting at the presence of an object that is very rare outside of Earth. Volcanism has been identified on the lunar surface, with lava fields and eruptions common billions of years ago. However, these volcanoes were different from the ones found on Earth. But then one such was identified, with signs present beneath the Compton and Belkovich craters on the far side of the Moon. The object found on the Moon is granite, hardly ever found anywhere else but on Earth. The process of its formation involves a volcano where magma can cool down and crystallise, besides water and tectonics. To see what lay beneath these craters and was emitting heat, the researchers used data from Chinese and American lunar orbiters. This led them to a volcanic process never seen before on the Moon, IFL Science reported. Co-lead researcher, Dr Matt Siegler, of the Planetary Science Institute, said in a statement, that an instrument on both the Chinese Chang'E 1 and 2 orbiters helped the team map temperatures below the surface. “What this means is that it is hot, not necessarily at the surface, as you would see in infrared, but under the surface," he added. This means that there is extra heat coming from somewhere below the feature within the deeper lunar crust. "So Compton-Belkovich, thought to be a volcano, is also hiding a large heat source below it," Matt said. Also Read: Mysterious deep space radio signal detected in 2025 has no reasonable explanation Warmer surface exposed a volcanic area This volcanic surface spans 20 kilometres, is rich in silicon and is believed to be the caldera of this ancient volcano. The last eruption supposedly happened 3.5 billion years ago, yet this portion is 10 degrees Celsius warmer than the nearby areas. Scientists think this heat is from radioactive elements that got stuck in the rocks. "We interpret this heat flux as resulting from a radiogenic-rich granite body below the caldera," Dr Siegler said. Also Read: Earth has a tail, flowing for millions of kilometres into space on its dark side His wife, Dr Rita Economos, a geochemist, explained that what they have found is a "50km wide batholith". It is a "type of volcanic rock that forms when lava rises into the earth's crust but does not erupt onto the surface." This discovery of granite in one region on the Moon opens the possibility of finding it in other lunar areas, and even on more cosmic bodies.

An Earth-like volcano has been identified on the Moon that last erupted 3.5 billion years ago. Scientists say the higher temperature here gave it away. But what is generating heat if the volcano has not erupted in all these years? Here is what is happening.

What's so hot? Two moon craters are hiding an ancient volcano that last erupted 3.5 billion years ago

Volcanic Eruptions Surge: 5 continents, 5 big Volcanic eruptions. Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano erupts after 12,000 years. Russia's Bezymianny volcano also erupted, spewing ash 5km into the air. Colombia remains on alert. Several volcanoes have also erupted across the world in Indonesia, Russia, Hawaii, Colombia. Are we seeing more volcanic eruptions? And are you prepared when a volcano erupts?


Volcanic Eruptions Surge: From Ethiopia to Indonesia to Russia| is Colombia Prepared? 

In just 72 hours, five volcanoes have erupted, from Ethiopia’s reawakening Hayli Gubbi to Russia’s mighty Bezymianny. Indonesia lights up with three fiery outbursts, as magma and ash carve new scars across the map. Scientists say it’s coincidence, not catastrophe. But the question echoes: is the Earth sending a signal, or simply breathing again?


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Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano just erupted, a fiery sign of Africa's slow but powerful split. Discover how magnetic data and volcanic blasts unveil a future where a new ocean could divide the continent. Stay tuned for seismic insights and what lies ahead as the Earth reshapes Africa’s landscape. Don't miss this explosive geological story unfolding right now.


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Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano just erupted, a fiery sign of Africa's slow but powerful split. Discover how magnetic data and volcanic blasts unveil a future where a new ocean could divide the continent. Stay tuned for seismic insights and what lies ahead as the Earth reshapes Africa’s landscape. Don't miss this explosive geological story unfolding right now.

How Volcanoes Tell the Story of Africa’s Separation

After Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted for the first time in nearly 10,000 years, it has triggered aviation warnings across India. Multiple carriers, including IndiGo and Akasa Air, have also modified their schedules.


Ethiopian volcano erupts after millennia, ash hits India

DGCA warns airlines as volcanic ash from Ethiopia drifts towards India

A volcano in Ethiopia has erupted for the first time in 12,000 years, sending massive plumes of ash and volcanic material across international air corridors. The eruption is now affecting key Asian flight routes as ash drifts eastward. Aviation authorities are monitoring the developing situation closely. This video breaks down the eruption, its impact on global air travel, and what scientists are saying.


Ethiopian volcano erupts after 12,000 years, ash cloud disrupts global traffic

Mt. Sakurajima, one of Japan’s most active volcanoes located in Kagoshima Prefecture, erupted multiple times recently, sending a towering plume of ash and smoke up to 4,400 meters (14,400 feet) into the atmosphere.

Japan’s Mt. Sakurajima Volcano Erupts Multiple Times, Ash Plume Reaches 4.4 Kms

Seismologists reported that two earthquakes struck off the coast of Oregon on Wednesday morning, very close to an underwater volcano. This has raised concerns that the volcano could be on the verge of exploding. The US Geological Survey (USGS) said that the quakes measured 4.8 and 5.4, and the epicentre was only about 100 miles from the Axial Seamount underwater volcano. It is the most active volcano in the Pacific Northwest and is located more than 4,900 feet below the surface. The earthquakes weren't as strong and wouldn't have even been felt by anyone. However, they could mean that the volcano is getting ready to erupt. Researchers studying Axial Seamount say that the eruption will be preceded by significant seismic activity. It has picked up this year, with over 2,000 small earthquakes being recorded on one day.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/not-california-a-magnitude-7-earthquake-can-kill-86-000-people-in-little-known-us-seismic-zone-1757330816093">Scientists warn 86,000 people could die in devastating earthquake in little-known US seismic zone</a> &nbsp;<h2>When will Oregon underwater volcano erupt?</h2>One expert believes that given the increasing number of earthquakes, the volcano will surely erupt by the end of 2025. William Wilcock, a professor and marine geophysicist at the University of Washington, warned, "I would say it was going to erupt sometime later (this year) or early 2026, but it could be tomorrow, because it's completely unpredictable." Meanwhile, Oregon State University geophysicist William Chadwick and Scott Nooner from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington wrote in a blog post that the number of earthquakes has scaled down significantly since June, and they can't say "what it will take to trigger the next eruption and exactly when that will happen."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/greenland-megatsunamis-triggered-global-earthquake-in-2023-satellite-evidence-1749006266644">9 days, every 90 seconds: Greenland megatsunamis that triggered global earthquake were real</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;The Axial Seamount volcano last erupted in 2015. Around 8,000 earthquakes were detected at that time, with 400-foot-thick lava flows. The eruption led the bottom of the ocean to sink nearly eight feet. The signs are similar this time as well. Chadwick noticed last year that its surface had swelled to nearly the same height it reached before its last eruption 10 years ago, and so started investigating what was going on. The good news is that the volcanic eruption won't affect anyone on the West Coast, considering the depth of its location. In fact, the eruption might go unnoticed by the common man. &nbsp;

The Axial Seamount underwater volcano near the Oregon coast could erupt soon, scientists have warned, following the detection of more earthquakes in the region. Does it pose a threat to humans?

Seismologists reported that two earthquakes struck off the coast of Oregon on Wednesday morning, very close to an underwater volcano. This has raised concerns that the volcano could be on the verge of exploding. The US Geological Survey (USGS) said that the quakes measured 4.8 and 5.4, and the epicentre was only about 100 miles from the Axial Seamount underwater volcano. It is the most active volcano in the Pacific Northwest and is located more than 4,900 feet below the surface. The earthquakes weren't as strong and wouldn't have even been felt by anyone. However, they could mean that the volcano is getting ready to erupt. Researchers studying Axial Seamount say that the eruption will be preceded by significant seismic activity. It has picked up this year, with over 2,000 small earthquakes being recorded on one day. Also Read: Scientists warn 86,000 people could die in devastating earthquake in little-known US seismic zone When will Oregon underwater volcano erupt? One expert believes that given the increasing number of earthquakes, the volcano will surely erupt by the end of 2025. William Wilcock, a professor and marine geophysicist at the University of Washington, warned, "I would say it was going to erupt sometime later (this year) or early 2026, but it could be tomorrow, because it's completely unpredictable." Meanwhile, Oregon State University geophysicist William Chadwick and Scott Nooner from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington wrote in a blog post that the number of earthquakes has scaled down significantly since June, and they can't say "what it will take to trigger the next eruption and exactly when that will happen." Also Read: 9 days, every 90 seconds: Greenland megatsunamis that triggered global earthquake were real The Axial Seamount volcano last erupted in 2015. Around 8,000 earthquakes were detected at that time, with 400-foot-thick lava flows. The eruption led the bottom of the ocean to sink nearly eight feet. The signs are similar this time as well. Chadwick noticed last year that its surface had swelled to nearly the same height it reached before its last eruption 10 years ago, and so started investigating what was going on. The good news is that the volcanic eruption won't affect anyone on the West Coast, considering the depth of its location. In fact, the eruption might go unnoticed by the common man.

The Axial Seamount underwater volcano near the Oregon coast could erupt soon, scientists have warned, following the detection of more earthquakes in the region. Does it pose a threat to humans?

Rumblings 5,000 feet below sea near Oregon threaten underwater giant to wake up

Kīlauea volcano’s 30th eruption episode ended after 12 hours of continuous lava fountaining from its north vent, with lava flows covering about 20% of Halemaʻumaʻu crater’s floor. This latest episode featured new activity from a previously inactive vent south of the crater, linked to recent small earthquakes. Since December 2024, Kīlauea has experienced 30 episodes of lava bursts, each separated by pauses. Stay updated on this iconic Hawaiian eruption’s evolving activity.


Kilauea Volcano Erupts: One Of World's Most Active Volcano Erupts Again in Hawaii 

After a major earthquake that hit Russia on Wednesday (July 30), Klyuchevskoy volcano, which is located in the Kamchatka peninsula of Russia, started erupting, Reuters reported. According to the video, a descent of burning hot lava was observed on the western slope.&nbsp;&nbsp;Russian Academy of Sciences' United Geophysical Service took on Telegram and issued a statement, saying, "A descent of burning hot lava is observed on the western slope. Powerful glow above the volcano, explosions. There is a powerful glow above the volcano and explosions."&nbsp;Klyuchevskoy volcano eruption is known as one of the highest volcanoes in the world, and is located nearly 450 km north of the regional capital, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.&nbsp;WATCH

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Last, the Klyuchevskoy erupted in 2023, according to Newsweek. Notably, it is Eurasia's highest volcano, according to the state media RIA Novosti. “A volcanic eruption, hot lava flowing down the western slope, a powerful glow over the crater and explosions are observed at night. Despite this, no cancellations of tours or complaints have been recorded among tourists visiting the foothills of volcanoes," Russian Union of Travel Industry (RUTI) said, according to RIA. "On the contrary, many travelers are expressing a desire to personally observe this natural phenomenon,” it added.<h2>Russia earthquake</h2>On Wednesday, Russia witnessed an 8.8 magnitude earthquake. Around 125 aftershocks of magnitude 4.4 or greater occurred near Russia in more than 16 hours, according to data from the US Geological Survey. Out of those 125, three have been magnitude 6.0 or greater, with the strongest being a 6.9 that occurred about 45 minutes after the mainshock. Videos showed buildings shaking, with reports of damage in multiple places. This occasion was the largest earthquake in the region since 1952, when an earthquake of magnitude 9 hit the same subduction zone, triggering a devastating tsunami which spread as far as Hawaii.

Klyuchevskoy volcano eruption is known as one of the highest volcanoes in the world, and is located nearly 450 km north of the regional capital, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

After a major earthquake that hit Russia on Wednesday (July 30), Klyuchevskoy volcano, which is located in the Kamchatka peninsula of Russia, started erupting, Reuters reported. According to the video, a descent of burning hot lava was observed on the western slope. Russian Academy of Sciences' United Geophysical Service took on Telegram and issued a statement, saying, "A descent of burning hot lava is observed on the western slope. Powerful glow above the volcano, explosions. There is a powerful glow above the volcano and explosions." Klyuchevskoy volcano eruption is known as one of the highest volcanoes in the world, and is located nearly 450 km north of the regional capital, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. WATCH

Klyuchevskoy volcano eruption is known as one of the highest volcanoes in the world, and is located nearly 450 km north of the regional capital, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.

Eurasia's highest volcano Klyuchevskoy erupts in Russia after 8.8 magnitude earthquake - Red rivers of lava erupts | WATCH

More than 1500 active volcanoes exist on Earth with at least one erupting every week. But some eruptions in history have been far more powerful than others. Here are some of the biggest volcanic eruptions ever recorded:

More than 1500 active volcanoes exist on Earth with at least one erupting every week. But some eruptions in history have been far more powerful than others. Here are some of the biggest volcanic eruptions ever recorded.&nbsp;

From Tambora to Krakatoa: 5 famous volcanic eruptions in history, No 1 is most deadliest

A warning has been issued that an undersea volcano might erupt in the coming days in the Andaman Sea. Renowned marine ecologist Thon Thamrongnawasawat elaborated in a Facebook post on Thursday about the frequent seismic activity in the region. Concerns have been growing that this could be a sign that a volcano under the ocean is getting ready to explode. There have been earthquakes in Myanmar in recent days. Thon explained that tremors here are unlikely to generate a tsunami, which is caused by undersea earthquakes or volcanic explosions. “Tsunamis in the Gulf of Thailand are highly unlikely, and even if they occur, they would be small and detected well in advance due to the distance from major seismic and volcanic zones like Indonesia and the Philippines,” he wrote. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ryo-tatsuki-and-the-15-year-cycle-her-pattern-of-predictions-will-calm-you-down-1751615303467">Ryo Tatsuki and the 15-year cycle: Stressing over July 5? Her pattern of predictions will calm you down</a>&nbsp;<h2>Earthquakes from undersea volcanic belt in Andaman</h2>He noted that two regions can trigger tsunamis - one in Indonesia and the other along the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India. A volcanic belt lies under the ocean in Andaman and "the only volcanic island in this area is Barren Island, which remains active." He added that "recent tremors have not originated from there, but from further south along the same volcanic belt – one that lies entirely underwater." The tremors have originated from further south. Thon said that it is possible that an underwater volcano in this region might erupt. However, there is no way to tell when that can happen. Notably, Barren Island is the only one in the belt that has erupted above sea level. The last time this happened was in 2022.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japanese-manga-the-future-i-saw-earthquake-tsunami-predictions-1747725299240">Premonitions and prophetic dreams: Japanese manga, The Future I Saw, went out of print. Why was it revived?</a>&nbsp;The volcano might not erupt at all, he said. "The recent frequent quakes in the area – especially those above magnitude 4 – may indicate magma movement, but it doesn’t necessarily mean an eruption is imminent,” Thon said. Citing data from Thailand’s Earthquake Observation Division, Thon that the seismic activity is occurring 470–480 kilometres off the coast of Phang Nga. A volcanic eruption here would result in a huge tsunami. Something similar happened in Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai eruption of 2022 when an eruption generated waves as high as 20 metres.<h2>Thailand could witness tsunami if Andaman undersea volcano erupts</h2>The Phang Nga location is closer to Thailand than the 2004 earthquake epicentre that resulted in tsunami waves which took two hours to reach the Thai coast. He also warned of different wave patterns which could affect areas that weren't in the eye of the storm last time. Thon tried to mitigate the fear by saying that it is hard to predict any such event. “No one can predict with certainty whether a disaster will occur. In Japan, for example, warnings have been issued for months without any major event materialising,” he said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/japan-megaquake-coming-earthquakes-detected-at-exact-place-ryo-tatsuki-predicted-in-manga-comic-book-1751513514245">Japan 'megaquake' coming? Earthquakes detected at exact point Ryo Tatsuki predicted in manga comic book</a>&nbsp;Thon added that people should still remain prepared with an evacuation plan. He said that shelter should be sought in buildings that are seven to eight storeys high, since three-storey buildings would also not be safe in such an event. Thon urged proper communication about evacuation routes and other information. He warned people to be wary of rumours originating from unverified sources and asked to rely only on information that comes from experts and official agencies.&nbsp;

Several earthquakes jolted Thailand this week, triggering a tsunami scare. Eight of them were reported in Myanmar and five in the Nicobar Islands, India. An expert has warned that a volcano under the ocean in the Andaman Islands might be getting ready to erupt.

A warning has been issued that an undersea volcano might erupt in the coming days in the Andaman Sea. Renowned marine ecologist Thon Thamrongnawasawat elaborated in a Facebook post on Thursday about the frequent seismic activity in the region. Concerns have been growing that this could be a sign that a volcano under the ocean is getting ready to explode. There have been earthquakes in Myanmar in recent days. Thon explained that tremors here are unlikely to generate a tsunami, which is caused by undersea earthquakes or volcanic explosions. “Tsunamis in the Gulf of Thailand are highly unlikely, and even if they occur, they would be small and detected well in advance due to the distance from major seismic and volcanic zones like Indonesia and the Philippines,” he wrote. Also Read: Ryo Tatsuki and the 15-year cycle: Stressing over July 5? Her pattern of predictions will calm you down Earthquakes from undersea volcanic belt in Andaman He noted that two regions can trigger tsunamis - one in Indonesia and the other along the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in India. A volcanic belt lies under the ocean in Andaman and "the only volcanic island in this area is Barren Island, which remains active." He added that "recent tremors have not originated from there, but from further south along the same volcanic belt – one that lies entirely underwater." The tremors have originated from further south. Thon said that it is possible that an underwater volcano in this region might erupt. However, there is no way to tell when that can happen. Notably, Barren Island is the only one in the belt that has erupted above sea level. The last time this happened was in 2022. Also Read: Premonitions and prophetic dreams: Japanese manga, The Future I Saw, went out of print. Why was it revived? The volcano might not erupt at all, he said. "The recent frequent quakes in the area – especially those above magnitude 4 – may indicate magma movement, but it doesn’t necessarily mean an eruption is imminent,” Thon said. Citing data from Thailand’s Earthquake Observation Division, Thon that the seismic activity is occurring 470–480 kilometres off the coast of Phang Nga. A volcanic eruption here would result in a huge tsunami. Something similar happened in Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai eruption of 2022 when an eruption generated waves as high as 20 metres. Thailand could witness tsunami if Andaman undersea volcano erupts The Phang Nga location is closer to Thailand than the 2004 earthquake epicentre that resulted in tsunami waves which took two hours to reach the Thai coast. He also warned of different wave patterns which could affect areas that weren't in the eye of the storm last time. Thon tried to mitigate the fear by saying that it is hard to predict any such event. “No one can predict with certainty whether a disaster will occur. In Japan, for example, warnings have been issued for months without any major event materialising,” he said. Also Read: Japan 'megaquake' coming? Earthquakes detected at exact point Ryo Tatsuki predicted in manga comic book Thon added that people should still remain prepared with an evacuation plan. He said that shelter should be sought in buildings that are seven to eight storeys high, since three-storey buildings would also not be safe in such an event. Thon urged proper communication about evacuation routes and other information. He warned people to be wary of rumours originating from unverified sources and asked to rely only on information that comes from experts and official agencies.

Several earthquakes jolted Thailand this week, triggering a tsunami scare. Eight of them were reported in Myanmar and five in the Nicobar Islands, India. An expert has warned that a volcano under the ocean in the Andaman Islands might be getting ready to erupt.

Is an underwater volcano getting ready to erupt in Andaman? Warning issued as dozens of earthquakes rock Thailand, Myanmar and Nicobar

A volcano erupted in eastern Indonesia on Tuesday, spewing hot ash to huge heights into the sky. The local authorities raised the alert level to the most dangerous.&nbsp;Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, a twin-peaked volcano on the tourist island of Flores, erupted at 5.35pm local time (10.35pm GMT), and unleashed a 10,000 metre-high thick mushroom cloud.“The height of the eruption column was observed at approximately 10,000 metres above the summit. The ash column was observed to be grey with thick intensity,” said Indonesia’s Geology Agency. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.&nbsp;The eruption of the 1,584-metre-high volcano could be seen from cities up to 90 miles away.&nbsp;A user on X posted a video of the huge column of hot ash being spewed from the volcano. His post on X read, “There was an eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 17:35 WITA with an observed ash column height of ± 10,000 m above the peak (± 11,584 m above sea level),” said the Volcano Observation Post Officer, Yohanes Kolli Sorywutun, in his statement.&nbsp;

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Muhammad Wafid, the head of Indonesia’s geology agency, said residents and tourists should avoid travelling within four miles of the volcano’s crater.He also warned of the possibility of hazardous lahar floods–a type of mud or debris flow of volcanic materials–if heavy rain occurred, which could hit villages close to the mountain.&nbsp;He also urged residents to wear face masks to protect themselves from volcanic ash.&nbsp;

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In November, Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted multiple times, killing nine people and forcing thousands to evacuate as molten lava flowed through villages.It also led to the cancellation of dozens of international flights to Bali.&nbsp;It is not yet clear whether Tuesday’s eruption will affect flights.&nbsp;Laki-Laki, which means “man” in Indonesian, is twinned with the calmer but taller 1,703-metre volcano Perempuan, named after the Indonesian word for woman.Indonesia, a vast archipelago nation of 270 million people, has 120 active volcanoes, and experiences frequent seismic and volcanic activity because of its position along the Ring of Fire, a horseshoe-shaped series of seismic fault lines that encircles most of the Pacific Ocean.&nbsp;An eruption in March caused flight disruptions and cancellations of flights to Bali.&nbsp;

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, a twin-peaked volcano on the tourist island of Flores, erupted at 5.35pm local time (10.35pm GMT), and unleashed a 10,000 metre-high thick mushroom cloud. The eruption of the 1,584-metre-high volcano could be seen from cities up to 90 miles away.

A volcano erupted in eastern Indonesia on Tuesday, spewing hot ash to huge heights into the sky. The local authorities raised the alert level to the most dangerous. Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, a twin-peaked volcano on the tourist island of Flores, erupted at 5.35pm local time (10.35pm GMT), and unleashed a 10,000 metre-high thick mushroom cloud. “The height of the eruption column was observed at approximately 10,000 metres above the summit. The ash column was observed to be grey with thick intensity,” said Indonesia’s Geology Agency. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The eruption of the 1,584-metre-high volcano could be seen from cities up to 90 miles away. A user on X posted a video of the huge column of hot ash being spewed from the volcano. His post on X read, “There was an eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 17:35 WITA with an observed ash column height of ± 10,000 m above the peak (± 11,584 m above sea level),” said the Volcano Observation Post Officer, Yohanes Kolli Sorywutun, in his statement.

Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki, a twin-peaked volcano on the tourist island of Flores, erupted at 5.35pm local time (10.35pm GMT), and unleashed a 10,000 metre-high thick mushroom cloud. The eruption of the 1,584-metre-high volcano could be seen from cities up to 90 miles away.

Volcano erupts in Indonesia, spews hot ash 10,000m into sky | Watch

Italy’s Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, erupted dramatically on Monday, sending thick plumes of ash and rock ‘several kilometres high’ in the air and streams of molten lava down its slopes.&nbsp;The sudden, high-intensity eruption triggered panic among tourists at the site, and crowds soon started rushing downhill to escape any tragedy.The owner of a tour company said that there were around 40 visitors at the site when the Sicilian volcano erupted, said a CNN report.The volcano, located on the Italian island of Sicily, is a popular tourist destination and is visited by approximately 1.5 million people every year. It is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, but no eruption of the magnitude seen on Monday had occurred since 2014, according to the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology Observatory.&nbsp;The eruption that began overnight produced explosions audible as far as 40-50 km away in the areas of Taormina and Catania, CNN reported. Videos on social media showed the sky covered in plumes of smoke and ash high into the air.&nbsp;The Italian observatory said a “partial collapse” was observed on the northern flank of the volcano’s southeast crater.&nbsp;It defined the volcanic activity as a “pyroclastic eruption, resulting in a significant increase in volcanic tremor and the formation of an eruptive column containing a lethal mixture of high-temperature gases, lava grains, volcanic ash, and rock fragments of various sizes that rapidly descends down the slopes of the volcano”.No casualties were reported in the area despite the intensity of the eruption. Officials said evacuation orders were not needed, and life continued undisturbed in the nearby towns, which are well accustomed to frequent eruptions. &nbsp;The Sicilian Civil Protection agency issued a Volcanic Observatory Notice for Aviation (VONA), which implies that all flights must avoid the area.&nbsp; Mount Etna is considered the most active volcano in Europe and the most active stratovolcano globally. A stratovolcano is a cone-shaped volcano featuring a central crater and is built up over thousands of years by successive layers of lava from repeated eruptions.&nbsp;Videos from the site soon went viral on social media showing visitors scrambling down the paths as a massive cloud of ash loomed in the sky.&nbsp;Experts described the blasts as “strombolian” in nature—short, explosive bursts that hurled ash and fragments into the air.The Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre in Toulouse, one of nine centres worldwide to monitor aviation risks, warned that the volcanic ash plume had reached an altitude of around 6,400 metres.

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The volcano, located on the Italian island of Sicily, is a popular tourist destination and is visited by approximately 1.5 million people every year. It is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, but no eruption of the magnitude seen on Monday had occurred since 2014.

Italy’s Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, erupted dramatically on Monday, sending thick plumes of ash and rock ‘several kilometres high’ in the air and streams of molten lava down its slopes. The sudden, high-intensity eruption triggered panic among tourists at the site, and crowds soon started rushing downhill to escape any tragedy. The owner of a tour company said that there were around 40 visitors at the site when the Sicilian volcano erupted, said a CNN report. The volcano, located on the Italian island of Sicily, is a popular tourist destination and is visited by approximately 1.5 million people every year. It is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, but no eruption of the magnitude seen on Monday had occurred since 2014, according to the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology Observatory. The eruption that began overnight produced explosions audible as far as 40-50 km away in the areas of Taormina and Catania, CNN reported. Videos on social media showed the sky covered in plumes of smoke and ash high into the air. The Italian observatory said a “partial collapse” was observed on the northern flank of the volcano’s southeast crater. It defined the volcanic activity as a “pyroclastic eruption, resulting in a significant increase in volcanic tremor and the formation of an eruptive column containing a lethal mixture of high-temperature gases, lava grains, volcanic ash, and rock fragments of various sizes that rapidly descends down the slopes of the volcano”. No casualties were reported in the area despite the intensity of the eruption. Officials said evacuation orders were not needed, and life continued undisturbed in the nearby towns, which are well accustomed to frequent eruptions. The Sicilian Civil Protection agency issued a Volcanic Observatory Notice for Aviation (VONA), which implies that all flights must avoid the area. Mount Etna is considered the most active volcano in Europe and the most active stratovolcano globally. A stratovolcano is a cone-shaped volcano featuring a central crater and is built up over thousands of years by successive layers of lava from repeated eruptions. Videos from the site soon went viral on social media showing visitors scrambling down the paths as a massive cloud of ash loomed in the sky. Experts described the blasts as “strombolian” in nature—short, explosive bursts that hurled ash and fragments into the air. The Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre in Toulouse, one of nine centres worldwide to monitor aviation risks, warned that the volcanic ash plume had reached an altitude of around 6,400 metres.

The volcano, located on the Italian island of Sicily, is a popular tourist destination and is visited by approximately 1.5 million people every year. It is one of the world’s most active volcanoes, but no eruption of the magnitude seen on Monday had occurred since 2014.

Italy’s Mount Etna erupts, spews ash and lava, tourists panic and flee. Watch dramatic visuals

A volcano 5,000 feet under the Pacific Ocean is boiling and can erupt in the coming days. Located miles from the Oregon coast, the Axial Seamount has triggered several small earthquakes in the region in the past few weeks. Scientists say that a buildup of magma under the surface has led the volcano to inflate and the eruption is imminent.
Axial Seamount is Pacific Northwest&rsquo;s most active underwater volcano. The last time the volcano blew up was in 2015 when it spilt lava on the ocean floor, spreading several kilometres.
Experts say that as magma continues to build under the surface, the volcano inflates. The amount of inflation can indicate when the volcano will erupt. William Wilcock, a marine geophysicist and professor at the University of Washington, said in a statement that&nbsp; Axial Seamount "has already inflated to the level that it reached before the last three eruptions", which means the eruption is near.
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Earthquakes are another indication of an impending eruption. The region around Seamount is experiencing 200 to 300 earthquakes a day. Tidal activity on some days pushes the number to 1,000. This number can increase to 2,000 as it gets closer to eruption.
&ldquo;Axial is under a state of critical stress now,&rdquo; noted Maya Tolstoy, a marine geophysicist and the Maggie Walker Dean of the University of Washington College of the Environment, stated.
<h2>What will happen when the underwater volcano erupts?</h2>
When the eruption happens, a loud noise will be heard, but only by creatures living inside the ocean. Creatures residing on Axial Seamount&rsquo;s hydrothermal vents will suffer the most, as the lava can completely cover them, killing all life residing on them. Notably, submarine volcanoes provide an ideal environment for several animals and other marine life to thrive.
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The seawater is heated by magma, creating the right environment for some species, while the gases released from the volcanoes help microbes survive.
<h2>The Tonga underwater volcanic eruption caused 148 ft-high waves</h2>
Underwater volcanoes don't just hit marine life, but a powerful implosion can wreak havoc on land as well. The Tonga volcano eruption in 2022 triggered a massive volcanic tsunami. Several places like Vanuatu, New Zealand, Japan, the United States, and more were affected. In Tonga, 66 ft high tsunami waves were reported, while the uninhabited island of Tofua witnessed 148 ft high waves. Four people died, and several people are still believed to be missing in Tonga. In Chile, two people drowned.&nbsp;
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It was the largest volcanic eruption since the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo. NASA pegged the explosion to be "hundreds of times more powerful" than the Hiroshima atomic bomb. It beat every other volcanic event in the 20th century and all nuclear tests.`
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Can the Oregon underwater volcano also cause a similar aftermath? The Oregon volcano is miles away from land, so even if the explosion is huge and tsunami waves occur, they might not cause as much damage. However, there is still a chance that the scale of the implosion itself is devastating.
Deborah Kelley, a professor at the University of Washington, says that "people have never directly witnessed an eruption along this mountain chain, so we still have a lot of unanswered questions."

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A volcano 5,000 feet under the Pacific Ocean is boiling and can erupt in the coming days. Located miles from the Oregon coast, the Axial Seamount has triggered several small earthquakes in the region in the past few weeks. Scientists say that a buildup of magma under the surface has led the volcano to inflate and the eruption is imminent. Axial Seamount is Pacific Northwest’s most active underwater volcano. The last time the volcano blew up was in 2015 when it spilt lava on the ocean floor, spreading several kilometres. Experts say that as magma continues to build under the surface, the volcano inflates. The amount of inflation can indicate when the volcano will erupt. William Wilcock, a marine geophysicist and professor at the University of Washington, said in a statement that Axial Seamount "has already inflated to the level that it reached before the last three eruptions", which means the eruption is near. Also Read: Thousands of 'unusually large' eggs found inside an underwater active volcano Earthquakes are another indication of an impending eruption. The region around Seamount is experiencing 200 to 300 earthquakes a day. Tidal activity on some days pushes the number to 1,000. This number can increase to 2,000 as it gets closer to eruption. “Axial is under a state of critical stress now,” noted Maya Tolstoy, a marine geophysicist and the Maggie Walker Dean of the University of Washington College of the Environment, stated. What will happen when the underwater volcano erupts? When the eruption happens, a loud noise will be heard, but only by creatures living inside the ocean. Creatures residing on Axial Seamount’s hydrothermal vents will suffer the most, as the lava can completely cover them, killing all life residing on them. Notably, submarine volcanoes provide an ideal environment for several animals and other marine life to thrive. Also Read: Ticking Time Bomb: Beautiful Greek island teeming with tourists sits on volcanoes; scientists race to predict next eruption date The seawater is heated by magma, creating the right environment for some species, while the gases released from the volcanoes help microbes survive. The Tonga underwater volcanic eruption caused 148 ft-high waves Underwater volcanoes don't just hit marine life, but a powerful implosion can wreak havoc on land as well. The Tonga volcano eruption in 2022 triggered a massive volcanic tsunami. Several places like Vanuatu, New Zealand, Japan, the United States, and more were affected. In Tonga, 66 ft high tsunami waves were reported, while the uninhabited island of Tofua witnessed 148 ft high waves. Four people died, and several people are still believed to be missing in Tonga. In Chile, two people drowned. Also Read: 'Explosive eruption': Alaska volcano summit crater has not blown in 5,000 years. This can change within weeks It was the largest volcanic eruption since the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo. NASA pegged the explosion to be "hundreds of times more powerful" than the Hiroshima atomic bomb. It beat every other volcanic event in the 20th century and all nuclear tests.` Also Read: Philippines' Kanlaon Volcano: Watch timelapse video of explosive eruption Can the Oregon underwater volcano also cause a similar aftermath? The Oregon volcano is miles away from land, so even if the explosion is huge and tsunami waves occur, they might not cause as much damage. However, there is still a chance that the scale of the implosion itself is devastating. Deborah Kelley, a professor at the University of Washington, says that "people have never directly witnessed an eruption along this mountain chain, so we still have a lot of unanswered questions."

Submarine volcano near Oregon can erupt any time. Can it be as terrible as the Tonga explosion?

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Santorini Island volcano eruption: Santorini, a tourist paradise in Greece, was created centuries ago by a volcanic eruption. Now, it is feared that another such underwater volcanic eruption could destroy it. Scientists have rushed to the island, famous for its turquoise waters, white village huts, and intricate pathways, to help find out when such a disaster could happen.
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<h2>Santorini underwater volcano: Scientists search for clues beneath the paradise</h2>
Santorni Island sits atop one of the world's most volatile volcanic hotspots, with fears that it could erupt more violently than ever before. The island is formed after an underwater volcanic eruption in 1600 BC.
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The tranquil island draws in millions of tourists every year, raking in millions of euros in revenue for Greece.
But the recent series of earthquakes has made its 11,000 inhabitants, including long-stay tourists, scared, with many of them fleeing the island.
But the local residents are no strangers to Santorini earthquake tremors.
<h2>Why is Santoniri prone to quakes? The unique geographic formation of the Caldera</h2>
Below the Santoniri island are two tectonic plates grinding against each other. This makes the area prone to tremors.&nbsp;
Santorini sits atop a caldera, which is a bowl-shaped depression formed when a volcano collapses into itself after a large eruption, emptying the magma chamber.&nbsp;The caldera in the island is part of the Christiana-Santorini-Kolumbo volcanic field.
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Santorini is located near two volcanoes. One of them,&nbsp; Nea Kameni, is an islet within the caldera. The second one is Kolumbo, an underwater volcano northeast of the island. Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni are volcanic islands within the Santorini caldera.
<h2>Scientists rush to Santoniri to predict the next major seismic activity</h2>
Can scientists predict when the 'major one' will happen in Santoniri?&nbsp; The research vessel from Britain, RRS Discovery, is trying to answer that question.
A team of 22 scientists from across the world are in that vessel, examining activity deep under the calm waters of Santoniri.
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Scientists like Professor Isobel Yeo, who is an expert on dangerous underwater volcanoes, are collecting rock samples and studying them to help predict future volcanic and seismic activity.&nbsp;
They are studying the underwater caldera, which was the reason for the unique crescent shape of the island.
<h2>How risky could the next eruption be at Santorini?</h2>
Santorini Island is no stranger to underwater volcanic activity. It witnessed the last eruption in 1950. Since then, there has been seismic unrest. It came to worrying levels in 2012.
Underwater volcanoes can be devastating, as was seen in the Tonga eruption-earthquake-tsunami. 
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Scientists are trying to make a warning on volcanic eruption in Santorini much in advance so that the island can be evacuated in time. This is particularly pertinent in the wake of the devastating 2022 Hunga Tonga underwater volcanic eruption. Shockwaves from the resultant earthquake of the Tonga eruption were felt around the globe.
&ldquo;Underwater volcanoes can be far more destructive than we think,&rdquo; Prof Yeo said in a story on the BBC.
<h2>How scientists are studying the Greek island's submerged volcanoes</h2>
For the scientists, it's a race against time: Find out when the volcano could erupt, while being at a safe distance from it.
Robots have been dispatched to study the underwater volcanoes, Kolombo and Santorini caledra.
They gather data from the ocean floor, including the hydrothermal vents and underwater cracks where magma from volcanoes could mix with seawater.
According to the BBC report, the scientists are working 12-hour shifts and doing various experiments, non-stop.
<h2>An economy based on tourism will be wiped away if a volcano erupts on Santorini</h2>
For years, the villagers of Santoniri have depended on tourism.&nbsp;But recent quakes have led to a slowdown for the industry.&nbsp;
The BBC cited local photographer Eva Rendl, who noted that her wedding photography business has seen a fall in bookings.
But tourists are still flocking to the area, perhaps taking advantage of the lower prices, and even posing for photos near the volcano that could fume into action someday.
There is no 'if' about it, as the next eruption will happen sooner rather than later.
But this time, the scientists are not leaving the fate of the island's inhabitants to chance.
And Santorini will hopefully not suffer human casualties if the warning comes sufficiently in advance.

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Santorini Island volcano eruption: Santorini, a tourist paradise in Greece, was created centuries ago by a volcanic eruption. Now, it is feared that another such underwater volcanic eruption could destroy it. Scientists have rushed to the island, famous for its turquoise waters, white village huts, and intricate pathways, to help find out when such a disaster could happen. Santorini underwater volcano: Scientists search for clues beneath the paradise Santorni Island sits atop one of the world's most volatile volcanic hotspots, with fears that it could erupt more violently than ever before. The island is formed after an underwater volcanic eruption in 1600 BC. Scientists discover rare methane-spewing underwater volcano in Norwegian waters The tranquil island draws in millions of tourists every year, raking in millions of euros in revenue for Greece. But the recent series of earthquakes has made its 11,000 inhabitants, including long-stay tourists, scared, with many of them fleeing the island. But the local residents are no strangers to Santorini earthquake tremors. Why is Santoniri prone to quakes? The unique geographic formation of the Caldera Below the Santoniri island are two tectonic plates grinding against each other. This makes the area prone to tremors. Santorini sits atop a caldera, which is a bowl-shaped depression formed when a volcano collapses into itself after a large eruption, emptying the magma chamber. The caldera in the island is part of the Christiana-Santorini-Kolumbo volcanic field. Tonga underwater volcano impact can affect ozone layer: Here's what you should know Santorini is located near two volcanoes. One of them, Nea Kameni, is an islet within the caldera. The second one is Kolumbo, an underwater volcano northeast of the island. Nea Kameni and Palea Kameni are volcanic islands within the Santorini caldera. Scientists rush to Santoniri to predict the next major seismic activity Can scientists predict when the 'major one' will happen in Santoniri? The research vessel from Britain, RRS Discovery, is trying to answer that question. A team of 22 scientists from across the world are in that vessel, examining activity deep under the calm waters of Santoniri. 7,300-year-old underwater volcano eruption is largest in history, claims new study Scientists like Professor Isobel Yeo, who is an expert on dangerous underwater volcanoes, are collecting rock samples and studying them to help predict future volcanic and seismic activity. They are studying the underwater caldera, which was the reason for the unique crescent shape of the island. How risky could the next eruption be at Santorini? Santorini Island is no stranger to underwater volcanic activity. It witnessed the last eruption in 1950. Since then, there has been seismic unrest. It came to worrying levels in 2012. Underwater volcanoes can be devastating, as was seen in the Tonga eruption-earthquake-tsunami. Chain of underwater active volcanic hotspot discovered hiding near the Cook Islands Scientists are trying to make a warning on volcanic eruption in Santorini much in advance so that the island can be evacuated in time. This is particularly pertinent in the wake of the devastating 2022 Hunga Tonga underwater volcanic eruption. Shockwaves from the resultant earthquake of the Tonga eruption were felt around the globe. “Underwater volcanoes can be far more destructive than we think,” Prof Yeo said in a story on the BBC. How scientists are studying the Greek island's submerged volcanoes For the scientists, it's a race against time: Find out when the volcano could erupt, while being at a safe distance from it. Robots have been dispatched to study the underwater volcanoes, Kolombo and Santorini caledra. They gather data from the ocean floor, including the hydrothermal vents and underwater cracks where magma from volcanoes could mix with seawater. According to the BBC report, the scientists are working 12-hour shifts and doing various experiments, non-stop. An economy based on tourism will be wiped away if a volcano erupts on Santorini For years, the villagers of Santoniri have depended on tourism. But recent quakes have led to a slowdown for the industry. The BBC cited local photographer Eva Rendl, who noted that her wedding photography business has seen a fall in bookings. But tourists are still flocking to the area, perhaps taking advantage of the lower prices, and even posing for photos near the volcano that could fume into action someday. There is no 'if' about it, as the next eruption will happen sooner rather than later. But this time, the scientists are not leaving the fate of the island's inhabitants to chance. And Santorini will hopefully not suffer human casualties if the warning comes sufficiently in advance.

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In Trump's wave of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/autonews/eu-and-china-to-explore-minimum-ev-prices-as-tariff-alternative-8950714">tariff</a>war, not just penguins, but the volcanoes of Australia's most remote territory were also targeted. Heard and McDonald Islands, two sub-Antarctic outposts located about 4,000 kilometres southwest of mainland Australia were included in Trump's "reciprocal tariffs", he announced on April 2.&nbsp;
The two islands are entirely uninhabited and have no trade infrastructure. Later, Trump's inclusion of those islands sparked confusion and mockery on social media platforms.&nbsp;
However, scientists say that there's far more to these islands than the existence of penguins.&nbsp;
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Moreover, they are home to volcanoes and an "amazing" array of sea, birds, elephant seals, mosses, grasses and herbs.&nbsp;
The islands are conducive to create an industry for trade, nor for countries re-exporting goods to the US in search of a tariff loophole.&nbsp;
No human has set foot there since 2016, and access is allowed only with permission from the Australian government.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Scientifically invaluable'</h2>
Heard Island is home to an active volcano capped by the snow-covered Mawson Peak, which regularly emits lava and gas.&nbsp;
&ldquo;These islands are geologically active and scientifically invaluable,&rdquo; said Justine Shaw, a conservation scientist who spent two months on Heard Island in 2003.
&ldquo;They&rsquo;re one of the few places where you can witness glacial and volcanic processes interacting in real-time.&rdquo;
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These islands have remained largely untouched due to their extreme remoteness and harsh weather.&nbsp;
Marine ecologist Dr Andrew Constable recalled the brutal environment there, saying, "We were held offshore for nine days by storms with 10-meter waves. It&rsquo;s an incredibly wild place.&rdquo;
Constable led a 40-day scientific mission to Heard Island in 2004.&nbsp;
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The scientists argued that the islands are of global importance, not for what they produce but for what they preserve.&nbsp;
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s one of the few places left where you can observe nature in its purest form,&rdquo; said Constable.
After Trump announced the tariffs on the external Australian territory inhabited by only penguins, it led to a meme feast on the Internet.
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: The islands are entirely uninhabited and have no trade infrastructure. Later, Trump's inclusion of those islands sparked confusion and mockery on social media.

In Trump's wave of tariffwar, not just penguins, but the volcanoes of Australia's most remote territory were also targeted. Heard and McDonald Islands, two sub-Antarctic outposts located about 4,000 kilometres southwest of mainland Australia were included in Trump's "reciprocal tariffs", he announced on April 2. The two islands are entirely uninhabited and have no trade infrastructure. Later, Trump's inclusion of those islands sparked confusion and mockery on social media platforms. However, scientists say that there's far more to these islands than the existence of penguins. Also read: 'Did you use AI?' Trump’s Commerce Secretary gives BIZZARE reason for slapping tariffs on penguins: Here’s why Trump did it Moreover, they are home to volcanoes and an "amazing" array of sea, birds, elephant seals, mosses, grasses and herbs. The islands are conducive to create an industry for trade, nor for countries re-exporting goods to the US in search of a tariff loophole. No human has set foot there since 2016, and access is allowed only with permission from the Australian government. Also read: Taxing Penguins but not Putin? Russia wasn't on Trump's tariffs list. Here's what we know 'Scientifically invaluable' Heard Island is home to an active volcano capped by the snow-covered Mawson Peak, which regularly emits lava and gas. “These islands are geologically active and scientifically invaluable,” said Justine Shaw, a conservation scientist who spent two months on Heard Island in 2003. “They’re one of the few places where you can witness glacial and volcanic processes interacting in real-time.” Also read: Penguin memes flood internet after Trump tariffs hit uninhabited Antarctic islands These islands have remained largely untouched due to their extreme remoteness and harsh weather. Marine ecologist Dr Andrew Constable recalled the brutal environment there, saying, "We were held offshore for nine days by storms with 10-meter waves. It’s an incredibly wild place.” Constable led a 40-day scientific mission to Heard Island in 2004. WATCH: Penguins do not have unconditional ‘love’ as we commonly believe: Study The scientists argued that the islands are of global importance, not for what they produce but for what they preserve. “It’s one of the few places left where you can observe nature in its purest form,” said Constable. After Trump announced the tariffs on the external Australian territory inhabited by only penguins, it led to a meme feast on the Internet. (With inputs from agencies)

'No man set foot here since 2016': Not just penguins, Trump's tariffs also hit volcanoes on Australia's remotest region

Indonesia’s most active volcano, Mount Marapi, has erupted, sending a massive ash column 1.5 km into the sky. Authorities have rated the eruption at Level 2 severity, warning residents of widespread ashfall.

Indonesia’s active volcano Mount Marapi erupts, spewing ash 1.5km into sky

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