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Exploring the Mysterious Volcanoes of Arizona (Yes, That Arizona)

Exploring the Mysterious Volcanoes of Arizona (Yes, That Arizona)

Surprise! Arizona features some of the most active volcanic fields in the lower 48 states. The post Exploring the Mysterious Volcanoes of Arizona (Yes, That Arizona) appeared first on WIRED.

Italy’s Etna Volcano Throws Lava Bombs in Its First Big Eruption of 2017

Italy’s Etna Volcano Throws Lava Bombs in Its First Big Eruption of 2017

After a quiet 2016, Etna looks to be heading towards a more energetic 2017. The post Italy's Etna Volcano Throws Lava Bombs in Its First Big Eruption of 2017 appeared first on WIRED.

January 27, 2017

Italy’s Etna Volcano Awakens with New Explosions in the New Year

Italy’s Etna Volcano Awakens with New Explosions in the New Year

After an uneventful 2016, Etna in Italy starts to erupt again. Meanwhile, Erta'Ale has its first lava flows in a decade and Alaska keeps rumbling. The post Italy's Etna Volcano Awakens with New Explosions in the New Year appeared first on WIRED.

January 18, 2017

Victims’ Families Sue Japan for Failing to Warn of Eruption

Victims’ Families Sue Japan for Failing to Warn of Eruption

Families of some of the victims of the 2014 eruption of Mt. Ontake are suing the local government, claiming that they downplayed the volcano's threat. The post Victims’ Families Sue Japan for Failing to Warn of Eruption appeared first on WIRED.

January 10, 2017

And the Winner of the Volcanic Event of 2016 Is…

And the Winner of the Volcanic Event of 2016 Is…

You voted. Now let's count down the top 10 volcanic events of 2016. The post And the Winner of the Volcanic Event of 2016 Is... appeared first on WIRED.

January 5, 2017

Explosive Eruptions Continue to Rock Alaska’s Bogoslof Volcano

Explosive Eruptions Continue to Rock Alaska’s Bogoslof Volcano

Explosions are still rocking an island in Alaska, while parts of Kilauea in Hawaii collapsed into the Pacific. The post Explosive Eruptions Continue to Rock Alaska's Bogoslof Volcano appeared first on WIRED.

December 21, 2016

Bogoslof Volcano in Alaska Unexpectedly Erupts

Bogoslof Volcano in Alaska Unexpectedly Erupts

A remote volcano in the Bering Sea sent up an impressive ash plume in an unexpected eruption. The post Bogoslof Volcano in Alaska Unexpectedly Erupts appeared first on WIRED.

December 2, 2016

Dozens of Earthquakes Rattle a Chilean Volcano, Raising Alerts

Dozens of Earthquakes Rattle a Chilean Volcano, Raising Alerts

Chilean officials raised the alert status around Cerro Hudson after earthquakes near the same source of the 2011 eruption. The post Dozens of Earthquakes Rattle a Chilean Volcano, Raising Alerts appeared first on WIRED.

December 1, 2016

Steam Explosions Rock New Zealand’s Rotorua Caldera

Steam Explosions Rock New Zealand’s Rotorua Caldera

Steam explosions rocked the shores of Lake Rotorua in New Zealand for the first time in 15 years. The post Steam Explosions Rock New Zealand's Rotorua Caldera appeared first on WIRED.

November 14, 2016

Papua New Guinea Hides Some of the Most Dangerous Volcanoes on Earth

Papua New Guinea Hides Some of the Most Dangerous Volcanoes on Earth

Volcanoes here are real dangers, both to the people who live near them and the potential for a massive eruption that could have a global impact. The post Papua New Guinea Hides Some of the Most Dangerous Volcanoes on Earth appeared first on WIRED.