Stromboli (Eolian Islands, Italy): A stronger-than-usual explosion took place from the crater area yesterday evening.
At about 21:53 local time, the major eruption sent a load of glowing lapilli and lava bombs to the upper Sciara del Fuoco that rolled down the flank. Following the strong event, another but minor explosion appeared at 21:54 local time.
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Klyuchevskoy (Kamchatka): The eruptive activity at the volcano continues.
Ash emissions from the summit vent started to increase yesterday and have continued for most of today. Near-frequent emissions reached 23,000 ft (7,000 m) elevation and extended about 180 km to the north-northwest of the volcano.
Source: Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team volcano activity update 31 December 2023
Ulawun (New Britain, Papua New Guinea): (31 Dec) Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report: VA REPORTED TO FL090 MOV NE AT 31/0230Z OBS VA DTG:31/0705Z
Lewotolo (Lesser Sunda Islands): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Darwin warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 6000 ft (1800 m) altitude or flight level 060 .
The full report is as follows: VA TO FL060 OBS FM GND AT 31/1020Z OBS VA DTG:31/1020Z to 6000 ft (1800 m)
Semeru (East Java, Indonesia): (31 Dec) Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Darwin warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 15000 ft (4600 m) altitude or flight level 150 .
The full report is as follows: VA TO FL150 MOV SW OBS FM GND AT 31/0707Z OBS VA DTG:31/0707Z to 15000 ft (4600 m)
Dukono (Halmahera): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report: CONTINUOUS VA TO FL100 MOV SW AT 31/1150Z EST VA DTG:31/1150Z
Popocatépetl (Central Mexico): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Washington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 20000 ft (6100 m) altitude or flight level 200 .
The full report is as follows: CONS VA EMS. to 20000 ft (6100 m)
Santiaguito (Guatemala): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Washington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 14000 ft (4300 m) altitude or flight level 140 .
The full report is as follows: OCNL VA EMS. to 14000 ft (4300 m)
Fuego (Guatemala): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Washington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 16000 ft (4900 m) altitude or flight level 160 .
The full report is as follows: FRQT VA EMS. to 16000 ft (4900 m)
Nevado del Ruiz (Colombia): (31 Dec) Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Washington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 24000 ft (7300 m) altitude or flight level 240 .
The full report is as follows: NEW VA EMS to 24000 ft (7300 m)
Reventador (Ecuador): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Washington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 15000 ft (4600 m) altitude or flight level 150 .
The full report is as follows: VA CLD OBSD. to 15000 ft (4600 m)
Sabancaya (Peru): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Buenos Aires (VAAC) issued the following report: UNABLE TO DETECT
Volcano Activity Summary for 31 Dec 2023:
