Volcanic activity worldwide 30 Jan 2026: Santiaguito volcano, Pacaya, Fuego, Popocatépetl, Soputan,…

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Krasheninnikov (Kamchatka, Russia): The Kamchatkan Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT) and Laboratory for Seismic and Volcanic Activity Research (ISVA) reported that the eruption continued at Krasheninnikov on 29 January 2026 (local). The aviation alert level was lowered to „Yellow“ (level 2 on a 4-level scale) on 29 January 2026 at 2236 by KVERT because the temperature difference between the thermal anomalies and the background started to decline around 18 January 2026.
Source: Kamchatkan Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT); Laboratory for Seismic and Volcanic Activity Research (ISVA)
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Shiveluch (Kamchatka): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Tokyo warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 22000 ft (6700 m) altitude or flight level 220 and is moving at 25 kts in NE direction.
The full report is as follows: POSS ERUPTION OBS AT 20260130/1520Z FL220 EXTD NE OBS VA DTG:30/1530Z to 22000 ft (6700 m)
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The Kamchatkan Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT) and Laboratory for Seismic and Volcanic Activity Research (ISVA) reported that the eruption continued at Sheveluch on 29 January 2026 (local). The aviation alert level remained at „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale).
Source: Kamchatkan Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT); Laboratory for Seismic and Volcanic Activity Research (ISVA)
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Bezymianny (Kamchatka): The Kamchatkan Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT) and Laboratory for Seismic and Volcanic Activity Research (ISVA) reported that the eruption continued at Bezymianny on 29 January 2026 (local). The aviation alert level remained at „Yellow“ (level 2 on a 4-level scale).
Source: Kamchatkan Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT); Laboratory for Seismic and Volcanic Activity Research (ISVA)
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Yake-dake (Honshu): The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported that unrest continued at Yakedake between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Restriction on proximity to the crater“ (on a 5-level scale).
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA)
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Canlaon (Central Philippines): The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Kanlaon on 29 January 2026 (local). Plume(s) rose to a maximum of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) above the vent. The alert level remained at „2 – Moderate Level of Volcanic Unrest“ (on a 0–5 level scale).
Source: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)
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Taal (Luzon, Philippines): The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Taal on 29 January 2026 (local). Plume(s) rose to a maximum of 600 m (1,969 ft) above the vent. An episode of tremor lasting 508 minutes was recorded. The alert level remained at „1 – Low-Level Unrest“ (on a 0–5 level scale).
Source: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)
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Mayon (Luzon Island, Philippines): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Tokyo (VAAC) issued the following report: ERUPTION AT 20260130/1655Z VA CLD UNKNOWN REPORTED OBS VA DTG:30/1700Z
…30 Jan:
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Mayon on 29 January 2026 (local). Eruptive activity was primarily characterized by the collapse of new material associated with dome growth. Lava effusion was reported. Seismicity related to pyroclastic density currents was recorded 64 times. There were 351 seismically detected rockfalls. Crater glow was visible to the naked eye. Volcanic seismicity was recorded 21 times. Plume(s) rose to a maximum of 1,000 m (3,281 ft) above the vent. Sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions averaged 1,474 tonnes per day on 29 January. The alert level remained at „3 – Increased Tendency Towards Hazardous Eruption“ (on a 0–5 level scale). Activity also included: seismically detected pyroclastic density current(s) (PDCs), volcanic seismicity.
Source: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)
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Telong (northern Sumatra, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Telong, Bur ni on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Karangetang (Siau Island, Sangihe Islands, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Karangetang on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Raung (East Java): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Raung on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Ibu (Halmahera, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Ibu on 29 January 2026 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 700 m (2,297 ft) above the vent. There were 105 seismically detected explosions reported. The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Tangkubanparahu (West Java): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) issued a report for Tangkuban Parahu on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 1 – Normal“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Sangeang Api (Flores Sea, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Sangeang Api on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Lewotobi (Flores): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Lewotobi (Laki-Laki) on 29 January 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 100 m (328 ft) above the vent. The alert level remained at „Level 3 – Standby“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Soputan (North Sulawesi, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Soputan on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Lewotolo (Lesser Sunda Islands): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Lewotolok on 29 January 2026 (local). There were 92 seismically detected explosions reported. The alert level remained at „Level 3 – Standby“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Merapi (Central Java, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Merapi on 29 January 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 10 m (33 ft) above the vent. Seismicity related to pyroclastic density currents was recorded 1 times. There were 11 hot rockfalls, traveling up to 2,000 m. There were 99 seismically detected rockfalls. The alert level remained at „Level 3 – Standby“ (on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: seismically detected pyroclastic density current(s) (PDCs).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Bromo (East Java, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Tengger Caldera on 29 January 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 400 m (1,312 ft) above the vent. The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Semeru (East Java, Indonesia): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report: ERUPTION LAST REPORTED AT 30/1742Z EST VA DTG:30/1840Z
…30 Jan:
The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Semeru on 29 January 2026 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 700 m (2,297 ft) above the vent. There were 93 seismically detected explosions reported. There was 1 seismically detected rockfall. The alert level remained at „Level 3 – Standby“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Marapi (Western Sumatra, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Marapi on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Dukono (Halmahera): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Dukono on 29 January 2026 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 200 m (656 ft) above the vent. There was 1 seismically detected explosion reported. The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Awu (Sulawesi & Sangihe Islands): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Awu on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Kerinci (Sumatra): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Kerinci on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Iliwerung (Lesser Sunda Islands): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Iliwerung on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Lokon-Empung (North Sulawesi, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Lokon-Empung on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Kilauea (Hawai’i): The United States Geological Survey – Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (USGS-HVO) reported that the eruption continued at Kilauea on 29 January 2026 (local). Intermittent glow was observed overnight from both vents. The alert level remained at „Watch“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale). The aviation alert level remained at „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale).
Source: United States Geological Survey – Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (USGS-HVO)
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Okmok (Fox Islands, Aleutian Islands, USA): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Washington (VAAC) issued the following report: NOT PROVIDED
…30 Jan:
The United States Geological Survey – Alaska Volcano Observatory (USGS-AVO) issued a report for Okmok on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Normal“ (level 1 on a 4-level scale). The aviation alert level remained at „Green“ (level 1 on a 4-level scale).
Source: United States Geological Survey – Alaska Volcano Observatory (USGS-AVO)
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Shishaldin (Aleutian Islands, Alaska): The United States Geological Survey – Alaska Volcano Observatory (USGS-AVO) reported that unrest continued at Shishaldin between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Vapor plume(s) were reported. The alert level remained at „Advisory“ (level 2 on a 4-level scale). The aviation alert level remained at „Yellow“ (level 2 on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: thermal anomaly(ies).
Source: United States Geological Survey – Alaska Volcano Observatory (USGS-AVO)
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Great Sitkin (United States, Aleutian Islands): The United States Geological Survey – Alaska Volcano Observatory (USGS-AVO) reported that the eruption continued at Great Sitkin between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Lava continued to slowly erupt in the summit crater. There were seismically detected rockfalls. The alert level remained at „Watch“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale). The aviation alert level remained at „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale).
Source: United States Geological Survey – Alaska Volcano Observatory (USGS-AVO)
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Popocatépetl (Central Mexico): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Washington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 18000 ft (5500 m) altitude or flight level 180 .
The full report is as follows: VA EM DETECTED to 18000 ft (5500 m)
…30 Jan:
The Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastres (CENAPRED) reported that the eruption continued at Popocatépetl between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Ash, gas, and vapor plume(s) were reported. The alert level remained at „Yellow Alert – Phase 2“ (level 4 on a 7-level scale).
Source: Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastres (CENAPRED)
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Santiaguito (Guatemala): The Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH) reported that the eruption continued at Santa María between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 300 m (984 ft) above the vent. Crater glow was observed at Caliente dome. There were explosions reported, occurring at a rate of up to 2 per hour, with plumes rising to a maximum of 800 m (2,625 ft) above the vent. There were incandescent rockfalls.
Source: Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH)
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Pacaya (Guatemala): The Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH) reported that unrest continued at Pacaya between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) were reported.
Source: Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH)
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Fuego (Guatemala): The Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH) reported that the eruption continued at Fuego between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Some explosions ejected incandescent material up to 200 m above the crater rim. There were explosions reported, occurring at a rate of up to 10 per hour, with plumes rising to a maximum of 1,037 m (3,402 ft) above the vent.
Source: Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH)
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Turrialba (Costa Rica): The Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA) reported that unrest continued at Turrialba between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). The aviation alert level remained at „Yellow“ (level 2 on a 4-level scale).
Source: Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA)
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Rincón de la Vieja (Costa Rica): The Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA) reported that unrest continued at Rincón de la Vieja between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Warning“ (on a 0–4 level scale). The aviation alert level remained at „Yellow“ (level 2 on a 4-level scale).
Source: Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA)
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Poas (Costa Rica): The Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA) reported that the eruption continued at Poás between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Warning“ (on a 0–4 level scale).
Source: Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA)
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Sangay (Ecuador): The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Sangay between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 1,000 m (3,281 ft) above the vent. There were 417 seismically detected explosions reported. The alert level remained at „2 – Yellow“ (on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: SO2 degassing, thermal anomaly(ies).
Source: Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN)
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Reventador (Ecuador): The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Reventador between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 800 m (2,625 ft) above the vent. There were 74 seismically detected explosions reported. The alert level remained at „3 – Orange“ (on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: SO2 degassing, thermal anomaly(ies).
Source: Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN)
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Sabancaya (Peru): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Buenos Aires (VAAC) issued the following report: PUFF EMISSIONS
…30 Jan:
The Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP) reported that the eruption continued at Sabancaya between 28 January 2026 (local) and 29 January 2026 (local). A total of 6 earthquakes related to the movement of magma and gases were recorded. At 0818 on 29 January, a moderate-sized explosion was recorded, with plumes rising to a maximum of 3,400 m above the crater rim. The alert level remained at „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale).
Source: Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP)
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Ubinas (Peru): The Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP) issued a report for Ubinas on 29 January 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Green“ (level 1 on a 4-level scale).
Source: Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP)
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Volcano Activity Summary for 30 Jan 2026: