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Could a Volcano Be Waking Up on the Outskirts of Rome?

Could a Volcano Be Waking Up on the Outskirts of Rome?

New research on the Alban Hills south of Rome suggest that it could be heading into a new eruptive period. The post Could a Volcano Be Waking Up on the Outskirts of Rome? appeared first on WIRED.

Central American Volcanoes Let Out Spectacular Eruptions

Central American Volcanoes Let Out Spectacular Eruptions

Five volcanoes across three Central American countries have people's attention after a restless weekend. The post Central American Volcanoes Let Out Spectacular Eruptions appeared first on WIRED.

Is Iceland’s Hekla Volcano Really About to Blow?

Is Iceland’s Hekla Volcano Really About to Blow?

An Icelandic geologist said he thinks Hekla is ready to erupt, but without official word, it is hard to tell the real threat. The post Is Iceland's Hekla Volcano Really About to Blow? appeared first on WIRED.

Volcanoes Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Pinatubo’s Eruption With Some Epic Rumbles

Volcanoes Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Pinatubo’s Eruption With Some Epic Rumbles

As we mark the 25th anniversary of the Pinatubo eruptions, volcanoes in Colombia, Russia and Nicaragua keep rumbling. The post Volcanoes Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Pinatubo's Eruption With Some Epic Rumbles appeared first on WIRED.

Check Out the New Lava Flows From Kilauea and Piton de la Fournaise

Check Out the New Lava Flows From Kilauea and Piton de la Fournaise

Two island volcanoes in the middle of the Pacific and Indian oceans had new lava flows last week. The post Check Out the New Lava Flows From Kilauea and Piton de la Fournaise appeared first on WIRED.

Please Don’t Blame Mars for This Week’s Explosive Volcanic Eruptions

Please Don’t Blame Mars for This Week’s Explosive Volcanic Eruptions

Despite what people might claim, the busy week in volcanism isn't part of a greater pattern or magical planetary alignment. The post Please Don't Blame Mars for This Week's Explosive Volcanic Eruptions appeared first on WIRED.

A New Earthquake Swarm Is Rocking Oregon’s Mt. Hood

A New Earthquake Swarm Is Rocking Oregon’s Mt. Hood

Hood has joined St. Helens in a reminder that the Cascades are full of potentially active volcanoes. The post A New Earthquake Swarm Is Rocking Oregon's Mt. Hood appeared first on WIRED.

Satellites Are Keeping a Close Eye on Remote Eruptions

Satellites Are Keeping a Close Eye on Remote Eruptions

Two remote volcanoes had eruptions over the last week. Meanwhile, things heated up in Chile and cooled down in New Zealand. The post Satellites Are Keeping a Close Eye on Remote Eruptions appeared first on WIRED.

New Zealand’s White Island Volcano Rumbles to Life and Paints Itself Green

New Zealand’s White Island Volcano Rumbles to Life and Paints Itself Green

White Island had its first small eruption since 2013. Also, updates from Ruapehu, Nyiragongo and Turrialba. The post New Zealand's White Island Volcano Rumbles to Life and Paints Itself Green appeared first on WIRED.

Annotated Volcano: A Spectacular View of Tenerife From the ISS

Annotated Volcano: A Spectacular View of Tenerife From the ISS

A spectacular view of Tenerife in the Canary Island shows off its volcanic history. The post Annotated Volcano: A Spectacular View of Tenerife From the ISS appeared first on WIRED.