Frans Xavier Seda Airport temporarily closed after eruption at Lewotobi Laki-Laki, Indonesia
The Frans Xavier Seda Airport was temporarily shut down on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, after an eruption at Lewotobi Laki-Laki.
Seismic unrest near Fentale volcano persists month after rare methane emissions, Ethiopia
Nearly a month after satellites detected massive methane plumes spewing from Ethiopia’s Mount Fentale on January 31, 2025, new data shows emissions have declined since February 9—yet ongoing seismic unrest, including a magnitude 6.0 earthquake on February 14, keeps scientists and locals on high alert.
Earthquake swarm and ground uplift at Campi Flegrei, Italy
Over 600 earthquakes were recorded at Campi Flegrei, Italy, between February 17 and 23, 2025, with the largest measuring M3.2. Around 1 cm (0.4 inches) of ground uplift was observed in the area of maximum deformation, coinciding with the onset of an earthquake swarm on February 15.
Drone footage captures ephemeral vent and expanding lava field at Mount Etna, Italy
A drone video captured on February 24, 2025, shows the evolving lava field from an ephemeral vent at 3.05 km (10 006 feet) a.s.l. on the southwestern slope of Mount Etna, Italy.
Increased activity, Aviation Color Code raised to Orange at White Island volcano, New Zealand
Small ash emissions along with large white steam plumes have been observed over the past week at White Island volcano in New Zealand, according to a bulletin released by the GNS at 14:30 LT (01:30 UTC) on Monday, February 24, 2025. The Alert Level remains at 2 while the Aviation Color Code has been raised to Orange.
Eruption risk increases as magma accumulation reaches critical volume at Svartsengi, Iceland
Magma accumulation beneath Svartsengi has reached a critical volume, matching the levels observed during the last eruption on November 20, 2024. A volcanic eruption could occur at very short notice, potentially within days or weeks, according to the IMO. The IMO has revised its hazard assessment which remains in effect until February 25.
Atka volcano alert levels raised after brief eruption, Alaska
A small explosive event was recorded at the Atka volcanic complex in the Aleutian Islands, U.S., at 19:26 LT on February 20, 2025 (04:26 UTC on February 21). The Aviation Color Code has been raised to Orange and Alert Level to Watch.
Eruption risk persists as magma accumulation surpasses 90% of pre-November levels at Svartsengi, Iceland
Magma accumulation beneath Svartsengi is nearing the critical threshold, with over 90% of the volume recorded before the last eruption on November 20, 2024, increasing the likelihood of a dike intrusion and possible eruption. Seismic activity remains steady, and land uplift continues.
The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: February 12–18, 2025
New activity/unrest was reported for 7 volcanoes from February 12 to 18, 2025. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 15 volcanoes.
Eight people rescued on Mount Etna as lava spectators cause traffic jams, Italy
Emergency teams rescued eight tourists who got lost on Mount Etna on Monday, February 17, 2025, amid heavy crowds and traffic congestion caused by visitors eager to witness the ongoing volcanic eruption.
