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.
Wonder which was the most powerful earthquake in the world on your birthday? Or during a given month or even a whole year? Find it out using our new earthquake search tool! ...Read all
An earthquake of magnitude 2.8 occurred early morning on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024, at 1:30 am local time near Lubin, Lubin County, Lower Silesia, Poland, as reported by the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). ...Read all
Campi Flegrei (Phlegrean Fields) (Italy): Since 19:51 local time yesterday, a seismic swarm has been occurring in the Campi Flegrei caldera. Until 00:31 local time last night, approximately 150 earthquake events have been monitored. The largest recorded earthquake had a magnitude of 4.4, which is the most powerful quake recorded since the current seismic crisis began in 2005. The epicenter is located within the Solfatara at a depth of 2.6 km. ...Read all
Monthy earthquake reports For each month since July 2012, we publish a summary of quake activity world-wide: find the list of largest quake, a map showing all significant quakes as well as detailed statistics on seismic activity during this time.
Largest 20 earthquakes past 24 hrs Our continuously updated worldwide map and list of the most recent largest earthquakes in the world during the past 24 hours. You can also find top 20 lists for given past days / months / years from the archive.
Volcano Special Tours We organize tours to particularly active volcanoes and during ongoing eruptions for extended observation time from various viewpoints. These trips, exclusively for very small groups, are often announced only at short notice and require fast travel and flexibility. Each trip is accompanied by a volcanologist from our team. Examples include: Kilauea (Hawai'i), Colima (Mexico), Krakatau and many others.
Volcanoes of Italy Discover Italy's most active and beautiful volcanoes, learn about their significance for science and culture. Join our small group tour to visit Vesuvius, Campi Flegrei, Stromboli, Vulcano, Lipari and Etna!
Introduction to Plate Tectonics The Earth's upper, rigid layer is broken into several plates which are in constant motion to one another. Most earthquakes and volcanoes occur as result of these plate boundaries.