eruption Archives

New Study Suggests Gas Build-Up, Not Magma-Water Interaction, Behind 2022 Tonga Eruption

In Canberra, Australia, scientists are revising their understanding of the 2022 Tonga eruption, offering a new theory that challenges previous explanations. The eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai underwater volcano on January 15 created a powerful lightning storm and a mega-tsunami, leaving researchers puzzled about the exact cause. Previous research pointed to the merging of magma chambers as the trigger for the eruption, but the specific mechanism behind the blast remained unclear. In a study …

Rare Quadruple Solar Flare Eruption Sends Possible Solar Storm Towards Earth

A rare astronomical event occurred recently when four solar flares erupted simultaneously from different points on the surface of the Sun. This phenomenon, known as a “quadruple” solar flare, has the potential to send a solar storm towards Earth in the coming days, as reported by Spaceweather.com. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory observed the tetrad eruption beginning at approximately 01:00 am EDT on Tuesday (April 23). Three of the flares originated from sunspots, while the fourth …

Ruang Volcano Eruption in Indonesia Raises Concerns for Local Residents and Global Impact

Manado, Indonesia – Indonesia, known for its frequent volcanic activity, hosts 127 potentially active volcanoes, with 5-6 possibly erupting on any given day. While many eruptions are minor, the country has also experienced some of history’s most significant volcanic events, such as Krakatoa in 1883 and Tambora in 1815. The potential for both local devastation and global repercussions looms large. In recent days, Ruang, a volcano located off the northern tip of Sulawesi, has experienced …

Volcanic Fury: Lava Threatens Nearby Town

REYKJAVIK, ICELAND – In a series of dramatic volcanic events, Iceland and Indonesia have witnessed significant eruptions, impacting local communities and posing challenges to authorities. In southwest Iceland, a volcano erupted late on Monday, following weeks of intense seismic activity. This eruption near the Reykjanes peninsula has caused concern for the nearby town of Grindavik, home to nearly 4,000 inhabitants. Before the eruption, authorities evacuated the city and closed the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, anticipating …