Villarrica volcano (Central Chile): increased seismic activity

Ash emisisons from Villarrica volcano on 23 September (image: SERNAGEOMIN)

Ash emisisons from Villarrica volcano on 23 September (image: SERNAGEOMIN)

The explosive eruption at the volcano continues.

The Argentine Mining Geological Service (SEGEMAR) and the Chilean National Geology and Mining Service (SERNAGEOMIN) detected a slight increase in seismic activity at 14:00 local time yesterday. Seismic stations monitored tremor-type signals associated with movement of magma through the volcanic conduit.
Minor strombolian-sized explosions continue to be active at the summit vent, with glowing ejecta thrown onto the upper sector of the crater and fine ash emissions.
The small lava pond within the summit crater continues to be active, characterized by a delicate equilibrium between incoming and consumption of magma.

Source: Argentine Mining Geological Service volcano activity update 25 September 2023

An aerial insight into the summit inner crater of Villarrica volcano on 24 September (source: Alerta Climagram)