The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: June 28 – July 4, 2023
New activity/unrest was reported for 8 volcanoes from June 28 to July 4, 2023. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 15 volcanoes.
Intense earthquake swarm signals possible volcanic eruption in Fagradalsfjall, Iceland
The Icelandic Met Office (IMO) issued a special warning due to intense earthquake activity and the increased likelihood of a volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula. IMO also warned rockfalls are possible on the Reykjanes Peninsula due to ongoing earthquake activity, particularly close to Lake Kleifarvatn.
Two phreatic bursts at Taal volcano in Batangas Province, Philippines
The Taal Volcano in Batangas Province, Philippines, experienced two phreatic bursts in 24 hours to 21:00 UTC on June 29, 2023, as well as 9 volcanic earthquakes and 5 volcanic tremors. Alert Level 1 is in effect; entry into Taal Volcano Island PDZ is forbidden.
The Weekly Volcanic Activity Report: June 21 – 27, 2023
New activity/unrest was reported for 5 volcanoes from June 21 – 27, 2023. During the same period, ongoing activity was reported for 16 volcanoes.
Colombia lowers alert level for Nevado del Ruiz volcano
After 89 days of Orange alert due to increased seismic activity, Colombia’s geological service lowered the Nevado del Ruiz volcano’s alert level to Yellow on June 27, 2023. The de-escalation follows a period of decreased instability, paving the way for the potential easing of preventative measures.
JMA raises alert level for Kuchinoerabujima following uptick in volcanic earthquakes, Japan
The Alert Level for Kuchinoerabujima volcano was raised on June 26, 2023, following an uptick in volcanic earthquakes, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency’s Fukuoka Regional Headquarters.
New eruptive process at Ubinas volcano, alert level raised to Yellow, Peru
The Ubinas volcano, located in the Moquegua Region of Peru, has entered a new phase of activity. The Ministry of the Environment (MINAM) and the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP) reported the first ash emissions from the volcano on June 22, 2023, marking the start of a new eruptive process.
Mayon volcano eruption disrupts lives of over 22 000 students, Philippines
The eruption of Mayon Volcano has severely affected the mental and physical well-being of over 22,000 students in Albay, who were compelled to evacuate their homes, according to an announcement by Save the Children Philippines on June 24, 2023.
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.
