The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: November 6 – 12, 2024
New activity/unrest was reported for 9 volcanoes from November 6 to 12, 2024. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 14 volcanoes.
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Strong M6.6 earthquake hits New Ireland, Papua New Guinea
A strong earthquake registered by the USGS as M6.6 hit New Ireland region of Papua New Guinea at 05:28 UTC on November 15, 2024. The agency is reporting a depth of 52 km (32 miles). EMSC is reporting the same magnitude and depth.
Life-threatening and potentially catastrophic flash flooding and mudslides forecast for Honduras’ northern coast
The northern coast of Honduras is bracing for life-threatening and potentially catastrophic flash flooding and mudslides as Tropical Depression Nineteen (TD19) moves westward, with up to 760 mm (30 inches) of rainfall anticipated, before the storm shifts toward Belize and the Yucatán Peninsula early next week. The depresion is forecast to strengthen into Tropical Storm “Sara” and meander near the northern coast of Honduras late Friday and through the weekend.
Very bright fireball lights up sky over Montana on November 13, visible across Canada and U.S.
A very bright fireball was observed over northwestern Montana at 06:33 LT (13:33 UTC) on November 13, 2024, lighting up the early morning sky for 3 to 7 seconds before it disappeared in a bright flash. The American Meteor Society (AMS) received 115 reports from residents in parts of Canada and the United States.
Second DANA storm impacting eastern Spain after historic October flooding
The Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET) issued a severe weather advisory on November 12, 2024, warning of heavy rainfall and potential flooding in the Mediterranean and Andalusian coastal regions through November 15. Rainfall is expected to reach 150 mm (5.9 inches) in 24 hours in some areas, only two weeks after previous severe flooding in eastern Spain.
Significant rain and snow event expected for Northern California and Pacific Northwest
A strong Atmospheric River is set to bring significant low-elevation rain and high-elevation snow to the Pacific Northwest and Northern California beginning Tuesday evening, November 12, 2024. The system will continue moving eastward, impacting a wide swath of the western and central United States with varied precipitation, including rain, snow, and thunderstorms.
Major eruption of Cacahual (El Aburrido) mud volcano in Antioquia, Colombia injures eight, damages homes
A major eruption of the Cacahual (El Aburrido) mud volcano in Antioquia, Colombia, on November 11, 2024, resulted in injuries to at least eight people and significant damage to nearby homes. The eruption produced a large fireball, affecting multiple communities and prompting evacuations for dozens of families. Cacahual’s history includes a fatal eruption in 1992 that resulted in seven deaths and 20 injuries.
Strong explosive eruption at Etna volcano, Italy
A strong explosive eruption started at Etna volcano just before 11:00 UTC on November 10, 2024. Direct observations of the eruption were prevented due to dense meteorological cloud cover, however, notable ashfall was reported east and southeast of the volcano.
Very strong M6.8 earthquake hits Cuba, tsunami waves possible near epicenter
A very strong and shallow earthquake registered by the USGS as M6.8 hit near the southeast coast of Cuba at 16:50 UTC (11:50 local time) on November 10, 2024. The agency is reporting a depth of 23.5 km (14.6 miles). EMSC is reporting M6.8 at a depth of 17 km (10.5 miles). The quake was preceded by M5.9 at 15:50 UTC.
Strong M9.4 solar flare erupts from Region 3889, CME produced
A strong solar flare measuring M9.4 erupted from Active Region 3889 at 12:06 UTC on November 10, 2024. The event started at 11:51 and ended at 12:14 UTC.
