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Hundreds evacuated after Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupts

The eruption of Mt. Ruang were triggered by recent earthquakes on the island, with the mountain emitting dangerous and "explosive hot clouds" as high as 1.8 km (1.1 miles) into the sky.

17 April 2024, 05:13 IST

Hundreds evacuated after Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupts

Hundreds evacuated after Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupts

Hundreds evacuated after Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupts

17 April 2024, 05:13 IST

Iceland volcano erupts again, molten rocks spew from fissures

The previous eruption started on January 14 and lasted roughly two days, with lava flows reaching the outskirts of the Grindavik fishing town, whose nearly 4,000 inhabitants had been evacuated, setting some houses alight.

08 February 2024, 09:55 IST

Iceland volcano erupts again, molten rocks spew from fissures

Iceland volcano erupts again, molten rocks spew from fissures

Iceland volcano erupts again, molten rocks spew from fissures

08 February 2024, 09:55 IST

Volcano erupts on Japanese island of Suwanosejima

The government later issued a level 3 volcanic alert - out of 5 - for Suwanosejima, restricting the entrance to dangerous areas surrounding the volcano.

13 January 2024, 17:06 IST

Volcano erupts on Japanese island of Suwanosejima

Volcano erupts on Japanese island of Suwanosejima

Volcano erupts on Japanese island of Suwanosejima

13 January 2024, 17:06 IST

Volcanic eruption in Papua New Guinea: India sends relief materials

Volcanic eruption of Mount Ulawun resulted in widespread damage and destruction in the island nation. More than 26,000 people were evacuated from the region affected by the volcanic eruption.

21 December 2023, 10:33 IST

Volcanic eruption in Papua New Guinea: India sends relief materials

Volcanic eruption in Papua New Guinea: India sends relief materials

Volcanic eruption in Papua New Guinea: India sends relief materials

21 December 2023, 10:33 IST

Experts say they warned of dangers of climbing Indonesia's Mt Marapi after 13 die in eruption

The 2,891-metre high volcano in West Sumatra erupted on Sunday, spewing gray clouds of ash as high as 3 kilometres (1.9 miles) into the sky.

05 December 2023, 06:16 IST

Experts say they warned of dangers of climbing Indonesia's Mt Marapi after 13 die in eruption

Experts say they warned of dangers of climbing Indonesia's Mt Marapi after 13 die in eruption

Experts say they warned of dangers of climbing Indonesia's Mt Marapi after 13 die in eruption

05 December 2023, 06:16 IST

Merapi volcano erupts: Volcanic ash blankets villages

Indonesia's Mount Merapi erupted with avalanches of searing gas clouds and lava, forcing authorities to halt tourism and mining activities on the slopes of the country's most active volcano. Merapi unleashed clouds of hot ash and a mixture of rock, lava and gas that travelled up to 7 kilometres (4.3 miles) down its slopes. The eruption, throughout the day, blocked out the sun and blanketed several villages with falling ash. No casualties have been reported.

12 March 2023, 08:53 IST

Merapi volcano erupts: Volcanic ash blankets villages

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Merapi volcano erupts: Volcanic ash blankets villages

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Merapi volcano erupts: Volcanic ash blankets villages

12 March 2023, 08:53 IST

Hawaii volcano eruption draws onlookers

Even though there were no evacuation orders, some people decided to leave their homes, prompting officials to open shelters in the Kona and Kau areas

30 November 2022, 14:03 IST

Hawaii volcano eruption draws onlookers

Hawaii volcano eruption draws onlookers

Hawaii volcano eruption draws onlookers

30 November 2022, 14:03 IST

In Pics | 10 Most active volcanoes in the world

The world's largest active volcano, Mauna Loa, started its first eruption in 38 years spewing waves of orange, glowing lava and smoky ash on November 28. While the eruption of Mauna Loa continues to make headlines, here we list the top 10 most active volcanoes in the world.

29 November 2022, 10:11 IST

In Pics | 10 Most active volcanoes in the world

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In Pics | 10 Most active volcanoes in the world

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In Pics | 10 Most active volcanoes in the world

29 November 2022, 10:11 IST

Alert level raised for Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano

Lava flows are not threatening downslope communities, the US Geological Service said

28 November 2022, 11:25 IST

Alert level raised for Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano after eruption

Alert level raised for Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano after eruption

Alert level raised for Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano

28 November 2022, 11:25 IST

Italy's Etna spews smoke and ashes, closing airport

Ash covered roads, balconies and roofs of towns nearby, Italy's civil protection agency said

21 February 2022, 16:54 IST

Italy's Etna spews smoke and ashes, closing airport

Italy's Etna spews smoke and ashes, closing airport

Italy's Etna spews smoke and ashes, closing airport

21 February 2022, 16:54 IST