Increased activity at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

Increased activity at Anak Krakatau volcano, Indonesia

Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano experienced an increase in activity over the past 12 hours, resulting in three intense eruptions from late March 27 to early March 28, 2023.

Increased activity at Lewotolo volcano, Indonesia

Increased activity at Lewotolo volcano, Indonesia

The activity at Lewotolo volcano, located in the Lesser Sunda Islands of Indonesia, intensified over the weekend. The Alert Level remains at 2 (on a scale of 1 – 4), and the public is warned to stay 2 km (1.2 miles) away from the summit crater.

Savo volcano monitoring intensifies amid signs of awakening, Solomon Islands

Savo volcano monitoring intensifies amid signs of awakening, Solomon Islands

The Geology Survey Division (GSD) of the Ministry of Mines and Energy has heightened its monitoring of the Savo volcano in Central Province, following recent signs of abnormal seismic activity. While officials urge the public not to panic, they advise staying informed about further developments and following safety information and warnings.

Vigorous eruption at Nevado del Ruiz, Colombia

Vigorous eruption at Nevado del Ruiz, Colombia

A vigorous eruption took place at Nevado del Ruiz volcano, Colombia at 14:02 UTC on March 20, 2023. The Alert Level remains at 3 (Yellow — the second lowest level on a four-color scale). The last major eruption of this volcano occurred in 1985 and resulted in the deaths of over 20 000 people due to lahars.

Major eruption at Merapi volcano produces very large pyroclastic flow, Indonesia

Major eruption at Merapi volcano produces very large pyroclastic flow, Indonesia

A powerful eruption took place at Indonesia’s Merapi volcano at 05:12 UTC on March 11, 2023, producing massive pyroclastic flow near populated areas and blanketing nearby villages in ash. There were no immediate reports of casualties. The Alert Level remains at 3 (on a scale of 1-4), and the public is warned to stay 3 – 7 km (1.8 – 4.3 miles) away from the summit based on location.