The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: June 14 – 20, 2023
New activity/unrest was reported for 5 volcanoes from June 14 – 20, 2023. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 17 volcanoes.
Disease breakout among displaced residents following Mayon volcano eruption, Philippines
At least 628 displaced persons have fallen ill in evacuation centers following the eruption of the Mayon Volcano in the Philippines, according to a report released by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council.
Dual magma chambers discovered beneath Great Sitkin volcano, Alaska
A study conducted by scientists at Purdue University reveals that the Great Sitkin volcano, one of the most active in Alaska, has two magma chambers. This discovery explains the changing locations of seismic activity that has perplexed scientists since the volcano began erupting in May 2021.
The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: June 7 – 13, 2023
New activity/unrest was reported for 6 volcanoes from June 7 to 13, 2023. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 14 volcanoes.
The opening phase of eruption at Kilauea volcano, Hawaii
This video, captured by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s KWcam on the northwest rim of the caldera, shows the opening phase of the eruption that began within Halemaʻumaʻu crater in the early morning of June 7, 2023 (LT).
Understanding the Campi Flegrei supervolcano: Rupture risks and eruption uncertainties
A new in-depth study reveals the potential eruption risk at Italy’s Campi Flegrei, also known as the ‘supervolcano’, has increased. The research, published on June 9, 2023, shows that the volcano has been showing signs of increased activity, raising both concerns and interest among scientists.
Series of eruptions at Anak Krakatau, Indonesia
Anak Krakatau, the infamous volcano situated between the islands of Java and Sumatra, has experienced a series of significant eruptions since June 6, 2023. The Indonesian volcano, known as the “Child of Krakatau,” is located in the crater formed by the devastating eruption of Mount Krakatau in 1883, one of the deadliest and most destructive in recorded history.
Lava starts flowing from the summit crater of Mayon volcano, Philippines
After increased unrest detected since June 5, the activity at Mayon volcano in the Philippines increased further on June 11 with lava flowing from the summit crater.
Nearly 17 000 people evacuating due to unrest at Mayon volcano, Philippines
The Mayon volcano in the province of Albay, Bicol Region, central Philippines, is showing signs of increased activity since June 5, 2023, when the Alert Level was raised to 2. On June 8, the Alert Level was raised to 3, prompting authorities to issue evacuation orders for all residents living within a 6 km (6 miles) radius of the crater — about 17 000 people. Another 40 000 people will have to evacuate if the Alert Level is raised to 4.
The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: May 31 – June 6, 2023
New activity/unrest was reported for 7 volcanoes from May 31 to June 6, 2023. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 22 volcanoes.
