Strong eruptions at Sheveluch (Russia) and Sinabung (Indonesia) volcanoes

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The Earth is rumbling again.

Strong eruptions occurred on February 24, 2016 at Sheveluch (Russia) and Sinabung (Indonesia) volcanoes sending ash plumes several thousand meters in the sky!

Explosive-extrusive eruption of the Sheveluch volcano continues.

The Sheveluch volcano, located in Kamchatka, Russia woke up today sending a plume of ash and gase 2.5 kilometers over its summit.

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According to first calculations, jets of ash were propulsed more than five kilometers above sea level. Officials changed the aviation volcanic alert to orange.

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Officials strongly recommend to stay far away from the volcano, as large amount of poisonous gas was also released.

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Ash explosions up to 26,200-32,800 ft (8-10 km) a.s.l. could occur at any time. Ongoing activity could affect international and low-flying aircraft.

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Strong explosion at Sinabung volcano – Danger of lahar

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Another explosion was recorded at Sinabung volcano in Indonesia on February 24, 2017.

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Officials fear lahars (cold lava flow) flowing towards the Sinabung valley due to heavy rains that hit the region on February 23, 2017.

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The first lahars however did not engulf farmland and settlements.

Always be prepared for the next eruption in your area!

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