Aoba Volcano Volcanic Ash Advisory: ERUPTION AT 20260508/0400Z LOW LEVEL ERUPTION HAS BEGUN AGAIN to 7000 ft (2100 m)

Satellite image of Aoba volcano on 8 May 2026

Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Wellington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 7000 ft (2100 m) altitude or flight level 070 and is moving at 10 kts in SW direction.
The full report is as follows:

FVPS01 at 04:33 UTC, 08/05/26 from NZKL
VA ADVISORY
DTG: 20260508/0433Z
VAAC: WELLINGTON
VOLCANO: AMBAE 257030
PSN: S1523 E16750
AREA: VANUATU
SOURCE ELEV: 1496M AMSL
ADVISORY NR: 2026/172
INFO SOURCE: H9 AND GOES W SATELLITE
ERUPTION DETAILS: ERUPTION AT 20260508/0400Z LOW LEVEL
ERUPTION HAS BEGUN AGAIN
OBS VA DTG: 08/0433Z
OBS VA CLD: SFC/FL070 S1519 E16751 – S1525 E16756 – S1543
E16739 – S1531 E16730 MOV SW 10KT
FCST VA CLD +6 HR: 08/1033Z SFC/FL070 S1519 E16751 – S1525
E16756 – S1550 E16732 – S1530 E16720
FCST VA CLD +12 HR: 08/1633Z SFC/FL070 S1519 E16751 – S1525
E16756 – S1555 E16727 – S1526 E16713
FCST VA CLD +18 HR: 08/2233Z SFC/FL070 S1519 E16751 – S1525
E16756 – S1558 E16721 – S1524 E16704
RMK: LOW LEVEL ERUPTION HAS RESUMED, ASH CAN BE SEEN IN THE
SATELLITE RGB PRODUCTS. PLUME HEIGHT ESTIMATED FROM MODEL
SOUNDING AND WINDS
NXT ADVISORY: NO LATER THAN 20260508/1033Z=

Dukono Volcano Volcanic Ash Advisory: VA TO FL400 OBS VA DTG: 07/2300Z to 40000 ft (12200 m)

Satellite image of Dukono volcano on 7 May 2026

Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Darwin warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 40000 ft (12200 m) altitude or flight level 400 and is moving at 10 kts in N direction.
The full report is as follows:

FVAU03 at 23:29 UTC, 07/05/26 from ADRM
VA ADVISORY
DTG: 20260507/2329Z
VAAC: DARWIN
VOLCANO: DUKONO 268010
PSN: N0142 E12754
AREA: INDONESIA
SOURCE ELEV: 1229M AMSL
ADVISORY NR: 2026/214
INFO SOURCE: HIMWARI-9, CVGHM GROUND REPORT
ERUPTION DETAILS: VA TO FL400
OBS VA DTG: 07/2300Z
OBS VA CLD: SFC/FL400 N0141 E12755 – N0138 E12754 – N0135
E12748 – N0146 E12742 – N0149 E12747 – N0150 E12757 – N0146
E12757 MOV N 10KT
FCST VA CLD +6 HR: 08/0500Z NOT AVBL
FCST VA CLD +12 HR: 08/1100Z NOT AVBL
FCST VA CLD +18 HR: 08/1700Z NOT AVBL
RMK: A HIGH LEVEL ERUPTION TO FL400 EVIDENT AT THE SUMMIT. A
MORE DETAILED ADVISORY TO FOLLOW.
NXT ADVISORY: NO LATER THAN 20260507/2345Z=

Volcanic activity worldwide 7 May 2026: Stromboli volcano, Santiaguito, Fuego, Popocatépetl, Krakat…

Map of today's active volcanoes

Map of today’s active volcanoes

Stromboli (Eolian Islands, Italy): The Instituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia-Osservatorio Etneo (INGV-Osservatorio Etneo) reported that the eruption continued at Stromboli between 4 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). There were Strombolian explosions reported. There were rockfalls. The alert level remained at „Yellow“ (level 2 on a 4-level scale). The aviation alert level remained at „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: effusive eruptive activity, incandescent ejecta, lava flow(s), tremor.
Source: Instituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia-Osservatorio Etneo (INGV-Osservatorio Etneo)
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…7 May:
The National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology, Etnean Observatory (INGV) reported that a new lava flow erupted from the North Crater area onto the mid Sciara del Fuoco flank.
Frequent glowing rockfalls from the lava flow front tumble down the slope and reach the coastline.
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…7 May:
Intense activity has been causing a new lava overflow on the upper Sciara del Fuoco. Our group on location observed vigorous strombolian activity and spattering from multiple vents and an active lava flow that traveled from the crater area about half way down to the sea.

Canlaon (Central Philippines): The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Kanlaon on 6 May 2026 (local). A total of 7 ash emission events, each lasting between 7 and 70 minutes, were recorded. Ash plumes rose 600 m above the vent and drifted SW and W. Tremor episodes were recorded 15 times. Volcanic seismicity was recorded 19 times. Sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions averaged 1,891 tonnes per day on 6 May. The alert level remained at „2 – Moderate Level of Volcanic Unrest“ (on a 0–5 level scale). Activity also included: inflationary deformation, tremor, volcanic seismicity.
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 6 May 2026 (local). Plume(s) were reported. Volcanic seismicity was recorded 2 times. The alert level remained at „1 – Low-Level Unrest“ (on a 0–5 level scale). Activity also included: inflationary deformation, volcanic seismicity.
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 20260507/1530Z VA CLD UNKNOWN REPORTED OBS VA DTG:07/1530Z
…7 May:
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Mayon on 6 May 2026 (local). Lava effusion continued from the summit crater. As of 6 May, lava flow lengths remained at 3.8 km in the Basud Gully (E flank), 3.2 km in the Bonga Gully (SE flank), and 1.6 km in the Mi-isi Gully (S flank). Minor episodic Strombolian activity was observed. Plume(s) rose to a maximum of 300 m (984 ft) above the vent. Volcanic seismicity was recorded 10 times. Tremor episodes were recorded 6 times. There were 297 seismically detected rockfalls. Seismicity related to pyroclastic density currents was recorded 2 times. Crater glow was visible to the naked eye. Ground deformation indicated short-term deflation across the volcanic edifice, with shorter-term inflation localized on the NE flank. 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), tremor, volcanic seismicity.
Source: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)
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Bulusan (Luzon Island, Philippines): The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that unrest continued at Bulusan on 6 May 2026 (local). Plume(s) rose to a maximum of 100 m (328 ft) above the vent. Volcanic seismicity was recorded 10 times. The alert level remained at „1 – Low Level of Volcanic Unrest“ (on a 0–5 level scale). Activity also included: inflationary deformation, 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 6 May 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 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 700 m (2,297 ft) above the vent. Gas emission seismicity was recorded 6 times. The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: gas emission seismicity.
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 6 May 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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Gamalama (Halmahera): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Gamalama on 6 May 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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Slamet (Central Java, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Slamet on 6 May 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 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 200 m (656 ft) above the vent. There were 126 explosions reported, with plumes rising to a maximum of 600 m (1,969 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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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 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) were reported. 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 6 May 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 the eruption continued at Lewotobi (Laki-Laki) on 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 100 m (328 ft) above the vent. There was 1 seismically detected rockfall. Low-frequency (LF) earthquakes were detected 1 times. Gas emission seismicity was recorded 1 times. The alert level remained at „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: gas emission seismicity, low-frequency (LF) seismicity.
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 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 20 m (66 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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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 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 100 m (328 ft) above the vent. There were 50 seismically detected rockfalls. 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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Sorikmarapi (Sumatra): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Sorikmarapi on 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 30 m (98 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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Krakatau (Sunda Strait, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Krakatau on 6 May 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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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 6 May 2026 (local). There were 4 hot rockfalls, traveling up to 2,000 m. There were 121 seismically detected rockfalls. 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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Semeru (East Java, Indonesia): 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 OBS TO FL150 AT 07/1630Z MOV N OBS VA DTG:07/1630Z to 15000 ft (4600 m)
…7 May:
The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that the eruption continued at Semeru on 6 May 2026 (local). Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 200 m (656 ft) above the vent. There were 74 explosions reported, with plumes rising to a maximum of 800 m (2,625 ft) above the vent. There were 5 seismically detected rockfalls. 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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Ijen (East Java, Indonesia): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) issued a report for Ijen on 6 May 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 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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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 6 May 2026 (local). There were 2 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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Dempo (Sumatra): The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Dempo on 6 May 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 6 May 2026 (local). There were 82 explosions reported, with plumes rising to a maximum of 1,500 m (4,921 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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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 6 May 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 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 6 May 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 6 May 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 25 m (82 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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Aoba (Vanuatu): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Wellington warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 10000 ft (3000 m) altitude or flight level 100 and is moving at 10 kts in W direction.
The full report is as follows: ERUPTION AT 20260506/0913Z INTERMITTENT LOW-LEVEL ERUPTION to 10000 ft (3000 m)

Kilauea (Hawai’i): The United States Geological Survey – Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (USGS-HVO) reported that there was a pause in eruptive activity at Kilauea between 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). Glow was observed overnight from both the north and south vents. The lava flows on the crater floor remained incandescent. The south vent produced occasional flames. The lava flows on the crater floor continued to slowly advance E and slowed down overnight into 6 May. 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).
Source: United States Geological Survey – Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (USGS-HVO)
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Shishaldin (Aleutian Islands, Alaska): The Observatorio Argentino de Vigilancia Volcánica (OAVV) reported that unrest continued at Shishaldin between 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 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: SO2 degassing, thermal anomaly(ies).
Source: Observatorio Argentino de Vigilancia Volcánica (OAVV)
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Great Sitkin (United States, Aleutian Islands): The Observatorio Argentino de Vigilancia Volcánica (OAVV) reported that the eruption continued at Great Sitkin between 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). A webcam image showed weak steaming from the active lava flow. Lava continued to slowly erupt in the summit crater. Rockfalls generated by the growing lava dome were seismically recorded. 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: Observatorio Argentino de Vigilancia Volcánica (OAVV)
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Popocatépetl (Central Mexico): The Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastres (CENAPRED) reported that the eruption continued at Popocatépetl between 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). Ash, gas, and vapor plume(s) were reported. At 2018 on 5 May, a M1.5 volcano-tectonic (VT) earthquake was recorded. The alert level remained at „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-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 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). 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. Glow was observed from the crater of the Caliente Dome. There were incandescent rockfalls. Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 600 m (1,969 ft) above the vent.
Source: Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH)
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Fuego (Guatemala): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Washington (VAAC) issued the following report: ONGOING VA EMS
…7 May:
The Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH) reported that the eruption continued at Fuego between 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). There were explosions reported, occurring at a rate of up to 13 per hour, with plumes rising to a maximum of 937 m (3,074 ft) above the vent. Incandescent material was ejected in pulses up to 300 m above the vent. There were incandescent rockfalls. Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 200 m (656 ft) above the vent. Activity also included: audible sounds (e.g., booms, rumbling), shockwave.
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 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 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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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 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 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 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). Plume(s) were reported. 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). Activity also included: fumarolic activity.
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 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). There were 161 seismically detected explosions reported. Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 800 m (2,625 ft) above the vent. There were incandescent rockfalls, descending 200 m below the crater. 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): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Washington (VAAC) issued the following report: ONGOING VA EMS
…7 May:
The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Reventador between 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). There were 98 seismically detected explosions reported. Ash and gas plume(s) rose to a maximum of 1,000 m (3,281 ft) above the vent. There were incandescent rockfalls, descending 1,000 m below the crater. 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): Explosive activity continues. Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Buenos Aires warned about a volcanic ash plume that rose up to estimated 24000 ft (7300 m) altitude or flight level 240 and is moving at 15 kts in NE direction.
The full report is as follows: continuous ash emissions to 24000 ft (7300 m)
…7 May:
The Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP) reported that the eruption continued at Sabancaya between 5 May 2026 (local) and 6 May 2026 (local). Ash, gas, and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 1,200 m (3,937 ft) above the vent. A total of 10 earthquakes related to the movement of magma and gases were recorded. Thermal anomalies were detected 3 times. The alert level remained at „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale). Activity also included: thermal anomaly(ies).
Source: Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP)
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Semeru Volcano Volcanic Ash Advisory: VA OBS TO FL150 AT 07/1630Z MOV N OBS VA DTG: 07/1630Z to 15000 ft (4600 m)

Satellite image of Semeru volcano on 7 May 2026

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:

FVAU02 at 16:46 UTC, 07/05/26 from ADRM
VA ADVISORY
DTG: 20260507/1650Z
VAAC: DARWIN
VOLCANO: SEMERU 263300
PSN: S0806 E11255
AREA: INDONESIA
SOURCE ELEV: 3657M AMSL
ADVISORY NR: 2026/520
INFO SOURCE: HIMAWARI-9, CVGHM
ERUPTION DETAILS: VA OBS TO FL150 AT 07/1630Z MOV N
OBS VA DTG: 07/1630Z
OBS VA CLD: SFC/FL150 S0813 E11249 – S0756 E11222 – S0730
E11247 – S0744 E11317 – S0812 E11303 MOV N 05KT
FCST VA CLD +6 HR: 07/2230Z SFC/FL150 S0814 E11249 – S0751
E11224 – S0729 E11251 – S0743 E11318 – S0812 E11304
FCST VA CLD +12 HR: 08/0430Z SFC/FL150 S0812 E11248 – S0744
E11228 – S0730 E11300 – S0744 E11324 – S0813 E11304
FCST VA CLD +18 HR: 08/1030Z SFC/FL150 S0813 E11250 – S0744
E11228 – S0730 E11300 – S0746 E11325 – S0812 E11303
RMK: VA IDENTIFIABLE ON LATEST SATELLITE IMAGERY MOVING TO
N. RECENT GROUND REPORTS INDICATE DISCRETE VA EMISSIONS ARE
ONGOING. VA HEIGHT AND MOVEMENT BASED ON SATELLITE IMAGERY,
GROUND REPORTS AND MODEL GUIDANCE.
NXT ADVISORY: NO LATER THAN 20260507/2250Z=

Kilauea pauses as Popocatepetl shifts to Orange; Indonesia stays busy

Frequent explosive activity in Indonesia and Guatemala stood out today, while Hawaii’s Kilauea slipped into a pause. Popocatepetl’s ground alert shifted to Orange, and Italy’s Stromboli showed both Strombolian bursts and effusive lava.

United States
Great Sitkin (Watch / Aviation ORANGE) kept slow lava effusion inside the summit crater with weak steaming; rockfalls from the growing dome were detected. At Kilauea (Advisory / Aviation YELLOW), eruptive activity paused, but glow persisted at vents and the crater-floor flows stayed incandescent. Unrest at Shishaldin (Advisory / Aviation YELLOW) produced vapor plumes, SO2 degassing, and intermittent thermal anomalies.

Indonesia
Halmahera’s Dukono and Ibu were notably noisy, with 82 and 126 explosions respectively; ash rose up to 1.5 km at Dukono and to 600 m at Ibu. Farther south, Semeru tallied 74 explosions with ash to 800 m, while Merapi shed hot avalanches reaching 2 km and Marapi produced two explosions. On Flores and Lembata, Lewotobi and Lewotolok emitted low gas plumes and minor rockfalls. Several others were in unrest at Indonesia’s Level 2 Alert, including Krakatau, Kerinci, Raung, and more.

Philippines
At Mayon (Alert Level 3), lava effusion kept three flows active at 3.8 km (Basud), 3.2 km (Bonga), and 1.6 km (Mi-isi), with minor Strombolian bursts and numerous rockfalls; occasional PDC-related signals were recorded. Nearby, Kanlaon logged seven ash emissions with plumes to 600 m and SO2 at 1,891 t/d. Low-level unrest persisted at Taal (Alert Level 1) and Bulusan (Alert Level 1), with diffuse plumes, minor seismicity, and ongoing inflation.

Mexico
Popocatepetl shifted to an Orange alert as ash-and-gas emissions continued; a M1.5 volcano-tectonic quake was recorded.

South America
In Ecuador, Reventador and Sangay produced frequent explosions and ash plumes (to 1 km and 800 m, respectively), along with incandescent rockfalls. Peru’s Sabancaya sent ash-and-gas up to 1.2 km and showed occasional thermal anomalies.

Europe
Italy’s Stromboli (Aviation ORANGE) featured classic Strombolian bursts alongside effusive lava, with rockfalls and tremor.

Other
In Guatemala, Fuego averaged up to 13 explosions per hour, lofting ash to 937 m and throwing incandescent material with accompanying rockfalls, while Santa Maria produced up to two explosions per hour with ash to 800 m and persistent dome glow. In Costa Rica, degassing persisted at Poas, while Rincon de la Vieja and Turrialba remained at Level 2 (Warning) with Aviation Yellow.

Source: Smithsonian/USGS Daily Volcanic Activity Report for 6 May 2026.

Activity Summary for 6 May 2026

Volcano Country Activity Type Keynotes
Dukono Indonesia Eruption 82 explosions; ash plumes to 1.5 km.
Fuego Guatemala Eruption Up to 13 explosions/hr; ash to 937 m; incandescent ejecta and rockfalls.
Great Sitkin United States Eruption Slow lava effusion in summit crater; weak steaming; rockfalls from the dome.
Ibu Indonesia Eruption 126 explosions; ash plumes to 600 m; gas-and-steam to 200 m.
Kilauea United States Paused Eruption paused; crater-floor lava incandescent; glow at vents, occasional flames.
Kanlaon Philippines Eruption 7 ash emissions, 7–70 min; ash to 600 m; SO2 1,891 t/d.
Lewotobi Indonesia Eruption Gas plumes to 100 m; single rockfall; isolated LF and gas-emission quakes.
Lewotolok Indonesia Eruption Gas plumes to 100 m; 50 rockfalls.
Marapi Indonesia Eruption 2 explosions detected.
Mayon Philippines Eruption Lava effusion, flows 3.8/3.2/1.6 km; minor Strombolian bursts; numerous rockfalls, occasional PDC signals.
Merapi Indonesia Eruption 4 hot avalanches to 2 km; 121 rockfalls.
Popocatepetl Mexico Eruption Ash-and-gas emissions; M1.5 VT quake.
Poas Costa Rica Eruption Gas-and-steam plumes; ongoing fumarolic activity.
Reventador Ecuador Eruption 98 explosions; ash to 1 km; incandescent rockfalls to 1 km.
Sabancaya Peru Eruption Ash-and-gas plumes to 1.2 km; low-level seismicity; thermal anomalies.
Sangay Ecuador Eruption 161 explosions; ash to 800 m; incandescent rockfalls to 200 m.
Santa Maria Guatemala Eruption Up to 2 explosions/hr; ash to 800 m; dome glow and incandescent rockfalls.
Semeru Indonesia Eruption 74 explosions; ash to 800 m; minor rockfalls.
Stromboli Italy Eruption Strombolian bursts with effusion; lava flow, incandescent ejecta; rockfalls and tremor.
Taal Philippines Eruption Diffuse plumes; 2 volcanic quakes; inflation persists.
Awu Indonesia Unrest Gas-and-steam plume to 100 m.
Bulusan Philippines Unrest Gas-and-steam to 100 m; 10 volcanic quakes; inflation noted.
Bur ni Telong Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Dempo Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Gamalama Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Karangetang Indonesia Unrest Gas-and-steam to 700 m; gas-emission tremor signals.
Kerinci Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Krakatau Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Lokon-Empung Indonesia Unrest Weak gas plume 25 m.
Raung Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Rincon de la Vieja Costa Rica Unrest Ongoing unrest; Level 2 – Warning; Aviation YELLOW.
Sangeang Api Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Shishaldin United States Unrest Vapor plumes; SO2 degassing; thermal anomalies.
Slamet Indonesia Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Alert.
Soputan Indonesia Unrest Gas-and-steam to 20 m.
Sorikmarapi Indonesia Unrest Gas-and-steam to 30 m.
Turrialba Costa Rica Unrest Ongoing unrest; Level 2 – Warning; Aviation YELLOW.
Ijen Indonesia Background Gas-and-steam to 100 m.
Tangkuban Parahu Indonesia Background Gas-and-steam emissions.