Earthquakes near volcanoes Earthquakes often precede volcanic eruptions. Find out where the latest earthquakes in the vicinity of volcanoes have occurred.
Worldwide earthquake activity level What is the level of global earthquake activity today compared to the past? Find out with our graph showing the current and past Global Seismic Activity Level indicator!
Land of Theseus The Saronic Gulf opposite Athens is one of the most beautiful and interesting areas of Greece, full of beautiful landscapes, small towns, islands, archeological remains and one of Europe's least known active volcanic areas. Join us on a relaxing tour to discover this fascinating area!
Volcanoes of Java Climb some of its most interesting and active volcanoes of Java: Papandayan and Galunggung, Merapi in Central Java, Kelud, Semeru, Bromo, the Tengger caldera, and Ijen.
Volcanoes & Cultures The contrast between unspoiled rain-forest, coconut palm beaches, primitive culture and moon-like landscapes surrounding lava-spitting volcanoes could not be bigger: join us on an expedition to the two most active volcanoes of Vanuatu: Ambrym and Yasur.
The Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Global reported that eruptive activity decreased at Hayli Gubbi on 24 November 2025 (local). The Toulouse VAAC reported that by 0758 on 24 November, the plume, at 25,0…The Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Global reported that eruptive activity decreased at Hayli Gubbi on 24 November 2025 (local). The Toulouse VAAC reported that by 0758 on 24 November, the plume, at 25,000–45,000 ft (7,620–13,716 m) asl, was situated between Oman and Pakistan, moving ENE. At 1100, the ash remained around 25,000–45,000 ft (7,620–13,716 m) asl, and by 1400, a broad ash cloud was spread…Open article
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Kanlaon on 24 November 2025 (local). Two ash emission events lasting 6–31 minutes were recorde…The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Kanlaon on 24 November 2025 (local). Two ash emission events lasting 6–31 minutes were recorded; plumes rose to 75 m above the vent. The alert level remained at "2 - Moderate Level of Volcanic Unrest" (level 2 on a 0–5 level scale). Source: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (P…Open article
The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that eruptive activity increased at Lewotobi (Laki-Laki) on 24 November 2025 (loc…The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that eruptive activity increased at Lewotobi (Laki-Laki) on 24 November 2025 (local). The alert level was raised to "Level 4 - Caution" (on a 4-level scale) on 24 November 2025 at 2100 by CVGHM/PVMBG following increased seismicity and a sudden upward trend in ground deformation. G…Open article
The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Merapi on 24 November 2025 (local). Gas and vapor …The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Merapi on 24 November 2025 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) were reported. There were hot rockfalls. There were seismically detected rockfalls. The alert level remained at "Level 3 - Standby" (on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: seismically d…Open article
The Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastres (CENAPRED) reported that the eruption continued at Popocatépetl between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Ash, gas, and vapor plume(…The Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastres (CENAPRED) reported that the eruption continued at Popocatépetl between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Ash, gas, and vapor plume(s) were reported. The alert level remained at "Yellow Alert - Phase 2" (level 4 on a 7-level scale). Source: Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastres (CENAPRED)
Current Alerts: Observatory alert level…Open article
The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Reventador between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) wer…The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Reventador between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) were reported. There were seismically detected explosions reported. The alert level remained at "3 - Orange" (on a 4-level scale). Source: Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN)
The Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP) reported that the eruption continued at Sabancaya between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Gas and…The Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP) reported that the eruption continued at Sabancaya between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) were reported. A total of 12 earthquakes related to the movement of magma and gases were recorded. The alert level remained at "Orange" (level 3 on a 4-level scale). Activity also incl…Open article
The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Sangay between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) were re…The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Sangay between 23 November 2025 (local) and 24 November 2025 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) were reported. There were seismically detected explosions reported. There were incandescent rockfalls. The alert level remained at "2 - Yellow" (on a 4-level scale). Source: Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Polit…Open article
The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Semeru on 24 November 2025 (local). There were sei…The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Semeru on 24 November 2025 (local). There were seismically detected explosions reported. There were seismically detected rockfalls. The alert level remained at "Level 4 - Caution" (on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: seismically detected flo…Open article
Ibu volcano photos Ibu in Halmahera is one of the most active, but rarely visited volcanoes in Indonesia. A spectacular lava dome is growing inside the volcano's breached crater, with frequent explosions.
Krakatoa explodes In the afternoon of 17 Oct, a particularly violent explosion occurred at Anak Krakatau, blasting away a portion of the southern crater rim. A similar event might have been the final trigger for the catastrophic landslide that let the cone collapse and cause a devastating tsunami on 22 Dec 2018.
Volcano Trekking A physically active tour to visit and climb some of Indonesia's most active and famous volcanoes: Papandayan and Galunggung in West Java, Merapi in Central Java, Kelud, Semeru, Bromo, the Tengger caldera, and Ijen in East Java.
