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Time Magazine
6 days ago
- Time Magazine
What to Know About Russia's ‘Historic' Volcano Eruption
When the sixth-strongest earthquake ever recorded hit Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula last week, it triggered tsunami warnings around the world as waves rippled across the Pacific as far as the U.S., Latin America, and even New Zealand. It also may have contributed to the eruption of a long-dormant volcano. Early Sunday on the same sparsely populated peninsula, the Krasheninnikov volcano spewed white ash clouds into the sky for the first time in hundreds of years. The Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT) called it a 'historic' eruption. There is some discrepancy about when exactly the volcano's last known eruption took place. According to KVERT, Krasheninnikov's 'last lava effusion' occurred between 1423 and 1503. According to the Smithsonian Institution's Global Volcanism Program, it was around 1550. About 9.5 hours after the eruption began, KVERT issued an aviation red alert, warning aircraft of 'significant emission of ash into the atmosphere.' Satellite data indicated 'explosions sent ash up to 8-8.5 km a.s.l.' (appx. 5 mi). The volcano's activity decreased later Sunday, according to KVERT, which downgraded the aviation alert to orange, but as of Monday evening local time, the eruption remained ongoing, and KVERT warned that 'ash explosions up to 10 km (32,800 ft) a.s.l. could occur at any time.' No danger 'The plume is spreading eastward from the volcano toward the Pacific Ocean. There are no populated areas along its path. No ash falls were recorded in populated areas. There are no registered tourist groups in the area of the volcano,' the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia for the Kamchatka Territory posted on Telegram. KVERT said the ash plume had drifted more than 500 km (over 300 mi) by Monday evening. Krasheninnikov is located in the Kronotsky Nature Reserve, which said in a statement that there is no threat to any people or infrastructure as the volcano is largely surrounded by wastelands. 'Of course, a volcanic eruption is a vivid and interesting event, primarily for scientists,' Vsevolod Yakovlev, the director of the reserve, said in the statement. But, he added, Krasheninnikov's 'eruption is not something out of the ordinary for a region with high volcanic activity.' Indeed, the Kamchatka Peninsula was recognized in 1996 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its 'high density of active volcanoes.' The peninsula's Klyuchevskoy volcano, which is the largest active volcano in the northern hemisphere, erupted just hours after the 8.8 magnitude earthquake on July 30. A U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) representative told LiveScience that the quake 'did not cause' the eruption as the volcano was already 'showing signs of unrest' in the days and weeks before, though it likely intensified the 'vigor of the eruption including some ash emission.' How are earthquakes and volcanoes related? Earthquakes and volcanic activity both stem from the movement of the earth's tectonic plates. Volcanic and seismic activity are common at the boundaries of such plates. The Institute of Volcanology and Seismology of the Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences said that there is a 'direct connection' between last week's historic earthquake and the activation of volcanoes that occurred after. The earthquake, the institute's director Alexey Ozerov said, 'activated magmatic centers, 'pumped' additional energy into them.' Krashennikov's eruption may not have been entirely triggered by the earlier, nearby 8.8 earthquake, Harold Tobin, a professor of seismology and geohazards at the University of Washington, told NPR. But, Tobin noted, the quake's seismic waves may have acted to 'shake loose the system that then allows it to actually erupt.' According to the USGS, earthquakes can sometimes trigger volcanic eruptions: 'A few large regional earthquakes (greater than magnitude 6) are considered to be related to a subsequent eruption or to some type of unrest at a nearby volcano.' According to the USGS, 'volcanoes can only be triggered into eruption by nearby tectonic earthquakes if they are already poised to erupt.' If there is already enough eruptible magma within the volcanic system and significant pressure within the magma storage region, large tectonic earthquakes might cause dissolved gases to come out of the magma, increasing the pressure and causing an eruption, the agency says, likening the effect to 'a shaken soda bottle.'
New York Times
03-08-2025
- Science
- New York Times
Long-Dormant Russian Volcano Erupts for the First Time in Centuries
A long-dormant volcano in Russia's Far East erupted on Sunday for the first time in hundreds of years, scientists said, spewing an ash cloud several miles high. The unusual eruption in Russia's remote and sparsely populated Kamchatka region follows a series of seismic events this past week — including an earthquake and other volcanic activity — on the Pacific peninsula, 11 time zones away from Moscow. The Krasheninnikov volcano erupted for the first time 'at least in 400 years,' sending volcanic ash as high as four miles into the sky, the Kronotsky Nature Reserve, where the volcano is, said in a statement. Staff members have been evacuated from the area, the statement said, adding that the volcano was too far from towns in the region to pose a danger to people. Vsevolod Yakovlev, the nature reserve's acting director, said in the statement that the eruption was an 'exciting and fascinating event,' and that Krasheninnikov was listed among the reserve's eight active volcanoes. The eruption began at 6 a.m. local time on Sunday, when staff from the nature reserve on a research trip at the volcano spotted gas and vapor spewing from its crater. They were promptly evacuated to safety, the reserve said. The Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team, a local body in charge of monitoring and reacting to eruptions, said on Sunday there were no towns or villages within reach of the ash plume that resulted from the eruption. Last week, an 8.8-magnitude earthquake shook the Kamchatka peninsula, setting off tsunami waves and alerts across the Pacific Ocean. No serious injuries or damage were reported. A few hours after the quake, an active volcano in the region, Klyuchevskoy, erupted. Aftershocks have rocked the region in recent days, including a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that hit the nearby and sparsely populated Kuril Islands on Sunday without causing casualties or serious damage, the authorities said. Russia's Emergency Situations Ministry issued a tsunami warning, but called it off shortly after.
The Irish Sun
03-08-2025
- Science
- The Irish Sun
Watch moment Russian volcano explodes for FIRST TIME in 600 years sparking tsunami warning after catastrophic mega quake
A RUSSIAN volcano has erupted for the first time in since records began, sending ash surging 29,000ft into the sky. The Russia after last week's major 8.8 Richter scale earthquake. 5 Krasheninnikov volcano roars back to life Credit: East2West 5 Its eruption has triggered a red alert for planes Credit: East2West 5 A view of the erupting volcano from the air Credit: East2West Last week's quake saw Pilots have been warned of flight dangers with a red aviation alert after the eruption of Krasheninnikov. While it is listed as an active stratovolcano, it has not erupted for around 600 years - before observations were made. New footage emerged today of tsunami waves climbing up the land in the remote Kuril Islands. read more in world news A man and his dog retreating could be seen fleeing as a fresh warning was issued following another earthquake of 7 on the Richter scale in eastern Russia. The dramatic footage was captured on Shumshu Island, just off the southern coast of the Kamchatka peninsula. Vsevolod Yakovlev, head of the Kronotsky Nature Reserve, said today: "Its eruption is not something out of the ordinary for a region with high volcanic activity. "During satellite monitoring, thermal spots have been repeatedly noted in the area of the Krasheninnikov volcano. Most read in The US Sun "This is a significant increase in temperature on the Earth's surface compared to neighbouring areas." Ash coated the Kronotsky Nature Reserve - which includes dozens of volcanoes. It is also home to the Valley of the Geysers, and has one of the world's largest concentrations of brown bears. Russian volcanologist Alexei Ozerov said: "A crack opened up along the volcano from the top of the crater, and a steam-gas mixture is currently rising from this crack. "Emissions are occurring, and a large amount of ash was ejected during the opening of the crater crack. "This ash reached the Valley of Geysers, and …the smell of gas… "A question is immediately raised about the evacuation of the Valley of Geysers, those tourists who are there." But according to Russian officials, there was no immediate threat to life or wildlife. The response team said: "The explosive eruption of the volcano continues. "Ash explosions up to 10 km (32,800 ft) above sea level could occur at any time. "Ongoing activity could affect international and low-flying aircraft." The latest volcanic cloud height was estimated as up to 27,880 ft. 5 Alexei Ozerov comments on the eruption of Krasheninnikov volcano Credit: East2West 5 Ash coated the Kronotsky Nature Reserve - which includes dozens of volcanoes Credit: East2West More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos . Like us on Facebook at
Scottish Sun
03-08-2025
- Scottish Sun
Watch moment Russian volcano explodes for first time in 600 YEARS sparking tsunami warning after catastrophic mega quake
A RUSSIAN volcano has erupted for the first time in centuries, sending ash surging 29,000ft into the sky. The volcano roared back to life in the Kamchatka region of eastern Russia after last week's major 8.8 Richter scale earthquake. 5 Krasheninnikov volcano roars back to life Credit: East2West 5 Its eruption has triggered a red alert for planes Credit: East2West 5 A view of the erupting volcano from the air Credit: East2West Last week's quake saw tsunami warnings issued across the Pacific Ocean. Pilots have been warned of flight dangers with a red aviation alert after the eruption of Krasheninnikov. While it is listed as an active stratovolcano, it has not erupted for around 600 years - before observations were made. New footage emerged today of tsunami waves climbing up the land in the remote Kuril Islands. A man and his dog retreating could be seen fleeing as a fresh warning was issued following another earthquake of 7 on the Richter scale in eastern Russia. The dramatic footage was captured on Shumshu Island, just off the southern coast of the Kamchatka peninsula. Vsevolod Yakovlev, head of the Kronotsky Nature Reserve, said today: "Its eruption is not something out of the ordinary for a region with high volcanic activity. "During satellite monitoring, thermal spots have been repeatedly noted in the area of the Krasheninnikov volcano. "This is a significant increase in temperature on the Earth's surface compared to neighbouring areas." Tsunami warnings following last week's quake have since been lifted. Brits run to Hawaii cruise ship during tsunami panic with passengers STRANDED Ash coated the Kronotsky Nature Reserve - which includes dozens of volcanoes. It is also home to the Valley of the Geysers, and has one of the world's largest concentrations of brown bears. Russian volcanologist Alexei Ozerov said: "A crack opened up along the volcano from the top of the crater, and a steam-gas mixture is currently rising from this crack. "Emissions are occurring, and a large amount of ash was ejected during the opening of the crater crack. "This ash reached the Valley of Geysers, and …the smell of gas… "A question is immediately raised about the evacuation of the Valley of Geysers, those tourists who are there." But according to Russian officials, there was no immediate threat to life or wildlife. The response team said: "The explosive eruption of the volcano continues. "Ash explosions up to 10 km (32,800 ft) above sea level could occur at any time. "Ongoing activity could affect international and low-flying aircraft." The latest volcanic cloud height was estimated as up to 27,880 ft. 5 Ash coated the Kronotsky Nature Reserve - which includes dozens of volcanoes Credit: East2West 5 The latest volcanic cloud height was estimated as up to 27,880 ft Credit: East2West More to follow... For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos. Like us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X at @TheUSSun
The Sun
03-08-2025
- Science
- The Sun
Watch moment Russian volcano explodes for FIRST TIME in 600 years sparking tsunami warning after catastrophic mega quake
A RUSSIAN volcano has erupted for the first time in since records began, sending ash surging 29,000ft into the sky. The volcano roared back to life in the Kamchatka region of eastern Russia after last week's major 8.8 Richter scale earthquake. 5 5 5 Last week's quake saw tsunami warnings issued across the Pacific Ocean. Pilots have been warned of flight dangers with a red aviation alert after the eruption of Krasheninnikov. While it is listed as an active stratovolcano, it has not erupted for around 600 years - before observations were made. New footage emerged today of tsunami waves climbing up the land in the remote Kuril Islands. A man and his dog retreating could be seen fleeing as a fresh warning was issued following another earthquake of 7 on the Richter scale in eastern Russia. The dramatic footage was captured on Shumshu Island, just off the southern coast of the Kamchatka peninsula. Vsevolod Yakovlev, head of the Kronotsky Nature Reserve, said today: "Its eruption is not something out of the ordinary for a region with high volcanic activity. "During satellite monitoring, thermal spots have been repeatedly noted in the area of the Krasheninnikov volcano. "This is a significant increase in temperature on the Earth's surface compared to neighbouring areas." Ash coated the Kronotsky Nature Reserve - which includes dozens of volcanoes. It is also home to the Valley of the Geysers, and has one of the world's largest concentrations of brown bears. Russian volcanologist Alexei Ozerov said: "A crack opened up along the volcano from the top of the crater, and a steam-gas mixture is currently rising from this crack. "Emissions are occurring, and a large amount of ash was ejected during the opening of the crater crack. "This ash reached the Valley of Geysers, and …the smell of gas… "A question is immediately raised about the evacuation of the Valley of Geysers, those tourists who are there." But according to Russian officials, there was no immediate threat to life or wildlife. The response team said: "The explosive eruption of the volcano continues. "Ash explosions up to 10 km (32,800 ft) above sea level could occur at any time. "Ongoing activity could affect international and low-flying aircraft." The latest volcanic cloud height was estimated as up to 27,880 ft. 5 5
