Schlagwort: volcano news

Map of today’s active volcanoes

Canlaon (Central Philippines): (11 Mar) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Kanlaon on 10 March 2026 (local). Plume(s) rose to a maximum of 150 m (492 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „2 – Moderate Level of Volcanic Unrest“ (on a 0–5 level scale)

Taal (Luzon, Philippines): (11 Mar) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Taal on 10 March 2026 (local). Plume(s) were reported. 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „1 – Low-Level Unrest“ (on a 0–5 level scale)

Mayon (Luzon Island, Philippines): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Tokyo (VAAC) issued the following report: ERUPTION AT 20260311/1225Z FL100 EXTD ENE REPORTED OBS VA DTG:11/1340Z
…11 Mar:
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption continued at Mayon on 10 March 2026 (local). Lava effusion continued from the summit crater. As of 10 March, lava flow lengths remained at 3.8 km in the Basud Gully (E flank), 3.1 km in the Bonga Gully (SE flank), and 1.3 km in the Mi-isi Gully (S flank). Minor episodic Strombolian activity was observed. There were 361 seismically detected rockfalls. Crater glow was visible to the naked eye. Sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions averaged 3,551 tonnes per day on 10 March. Plume(s) rose to a maximum of 750 m (2,461 ft) above the vent. The alert level remained at „3 – Increased Tendency Towards Hazardous Eruption“ (on a 0–5 level scale). Activity also included: inflationary deformation, seismically detected pyroclastic density current(s) (PDCs), volcanic seismicity.
Source: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS)
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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „3 – Increased Tendency Towards Hazardous Eruption“ (on a 0–5 level scale)

Telong (northern Sumatra, Indonesia): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Telong, Bur ni on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Karangetang (Siau Island, Sangihe Islands, Indonesia): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Karangetang on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Raung (East Java): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Raung on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Ibu (Halmahera, Indonesia): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report: ERUPTION LAST REPORTED AT 11/1221Z EST VA DTG:11/1240Z

Tangkubanparahu (West Java): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) issued a report for Tangkuban Parahu on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 1 – Normal“ (on a 4-level scale)

Tambora (Sumbawa): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Tambora on 10 March 2026 (local). The alert level was raised to „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale) on 10 March 2026 at 1000 by CVGHM/PVMBG due to an increase in the number of deep volcanic earthquakes. The public was advised to maintain a minimum distance of 3 km from Tambora and to avoid descending to the base of the caldera. Additionally, individuals should refrain from approaching the Doro Afi Toi and Doro Afi Bou cones. Activity also included: tectonic seismicity, deep volcanic seismicity (Type A/vulkanik dalam), volcano-tectonic (VT) seismicity.
Source: Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG)
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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Lewotobi (Flores): (11 Mar) 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 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Soputan (North Sulawesi, Indonesia): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Soputan on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Semeru (East Java, Indonesia): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report: ERUPTION LAST REPORTED AT 11/1147Z EST VA DTG:11/1500Z

Awu (Sulawesi & Sangihe Islands): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Awu on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Kerinci (Sumatra): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Kerinci on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

Lokon-Empung (North Sulawesi, Indonesia): (11 Mar) The Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard/Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (CVGHM/PVMBG) reported that unrest continued at Lokon-Empung on 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Alert“ (on a 4-level scale)

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 05 kts in SW direction.
The full report is as follows: ERUPTION AT 20260309/2120Z CONTINUOUS LOW-LEVEL ERUPTION to 10000 ft (3000 m)
…11 Mar:
The Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards Department-Vanuatu Geohazards Observatory (VMGD-VGO) reported that the eruption continued at Ambae between 7 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „3 – Minor Eruption“ (on a 0–5 level scale).
Source: Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards Department-Vanuatu Geohazards Observatory (VMGD-VGO)
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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „3 – Minor Eruption“ (on a 0–5 level scale)

White Island (New Zealand): (11 Mar) Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Wellington (VAAC) issued the following report: ERUPTION AT 20260311/0255Z LOW LEVEL ERUPTION.

Kilauea (Hawai’i): (11 Mar) The newest (43rd) lava fountaining episode started yesterday at 09:17 AM local time at the Halemaʻumaʻu crater.
The USGS-HVO added: „Currently the south fountain is 1150 feet (350 meters) high and the north vent is 1000 feet (300 meters) high. Maximum fountain heights for both vents were over 1300 feet (400 meters). Lava flows are have covered about one third of the floor of Halemaʻumaʻu crater.“
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Magnificent!! #kilauea pic.twitter.com/I7Z0MjuWfG

— Volcaholic (@volcaholic1) March 10, 2026

…11 Mar:
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) and United States Geological Survey – Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (USGS-HVO) reported that the eruption continued at Kilauea between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 2026 (local). The alert level was raised to „Warning“ (level 4 on a 4-level scale) on 10 March 2026 at 1054 by USGS following the observation of tephra fragments, some as large as footballs, falling at viewpoints within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. The aviation alert level was raised to „Red“ (level 4 on a 4-level scale) on 10 March 2026 at 1054 by USGS. 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 (USGS); United States Geological Survey – Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (USGS-HVO)
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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Warning“ (level 4 on a 4-level scale)

Popocatépetl (Central Mexico): (11 Mar) The Centro Nacional de Prevención de Desastres (CENAPRED) reported that the eruption continued at Popocatépetl between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 2026 (local). 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Yellow Alert – Phase 2“ (level 4 on a 7-level scale)

Fuego (Guatemala): 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 EMS ONGOING to 15000 ft (4600 m)
…11 Mar:
The Instituto Nacional de Sismología, Vulcanología, Meteorología e Hidrología (INSIVUMEH) reported that the eruption continued at Fuego between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 2026 (local). Some explosions ejected incandescent material up to 200 m above the vent. There were explosions reported, occurring at a rate of up to 12 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: unavailable or not collected

Turrialba (Costa Rica): (11 Mar) The Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA) reported that unrest continued at Turrialba between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Warning“ (on a 0–4 level scale)

Rincón de la Vieja (Costa Rica): (11 Mar) The Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA) reported that unrest continued at Rincón de la Vieja between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Warning“ (on a 0–4 level scale)

Poas (Costa Rica): (11 Mar) The Observatorio Vulcanológico y Sismológico de Costa Rica – Universidad Nacional (OVSICORI-UNA) reported that the eruption continued at Poás between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Level 2 – Warning“ (on a 0–4 level scale)

Sangay (Ecuador): (11 Mar) The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Sangay between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „2 – Yellow“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN)
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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „2 – Yellow“ (on a 4-level scale)

Reventador (Ecuador): (11 Mar) The Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN) reported that the eruption continued at Reventador between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „3 – Orange“ (on a 4-level scale).
Source: Instituto Geofísico-Escuela Politécnica Nacional (IG-EPN)
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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „3 – Orange“ (on a 4-level scale)

Sabancaya (Peru): Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Buenos Aires (VAAC) issued the following report: ONLY STEAN AND GASES
…11 Mar:
The Centro Vulcanológico Nacional del Instituto Geofísico del Perú (CENVUL-IGP) reported that the eruption continued at Sabancaya between 9 March 2026 (local) and 10 March 2026 (local). Gas and vapor plume(s) rose to a maximum of 300 m (984 ft) above the vent. A total of 16 earthquakes related to the movement of magma and gases were recorded. 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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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Orange“ (level 3 on a 4-level scale)

Piton de la Fournaise (La Réunion): (11 Mar) The Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris – Observatoire volcanologique du Piton de la Fournaise (IPGP-OVPF) reported that the eruption continued at Fournaise, Piton de la on 10 March 2026 (local). The alert level remained at „Alert 2-1“ (level 2 on a 0–4 level scale).
Source: Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris – Observatoire volcanologique du Piton de la Fournaise (IPGP-OVPF)
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Current Alerts:
Observatory alert level: „Alert 2-1“ (level 2 on a 0–4 level scale)

Volcano Activity Summary for 11 Mar 2026:

Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report:

FVAU02 at 15:17 UTC, 11/03/26 from ADRM
VA ADVISORY
DTG: 20260311/1520Z
VAAC: DARWIN
VOLCANO: SEMERU 263300
PSN: S0806 E11255
AREA: INDONESIA
SOURCE ELEV: 3657M AMSL
ADVISORY NR: 2026/285
INFO SOURCE: HIMAWARI-9, CVGHM
ERUPTION DETAILS: ERUPTION LAST REPORTED AT 11/1147Z
EST VA DTG: 11/1500Z
EST VA CLD: SFC/FL150 S0810 E11254 – S0805 E11251 – S0747
E11308 – S0803 E11319 MOV NE 15KT
FCST VA CLD +6 HR: 11/2100Z SFC/FL150 S0810 E11254 – S0805
E11250 – S0746 E11307 – S0802 E11319
FCST VA CLD +12 HR: 12/0300Z SFC/FL150 S0810 E11255 – S0805
E11250 – S0746 E11308 – S0803 E11319
FCST VA CLD +18 HR: 12/0900Z SFC/FL150 S0810 E11254 – S0805
E11251 – S0747 E11309 – S0804 E11320
RMK: VA NOT IDENTIFIABLE ON LATEST SATELLITE IMAGERY DUE TO
MET CLOUD. CVGHM GROUND REPORTS INDICATE INTERMITTENT
ERUPTIONS ARE ONGOING. VA HEIGHT AND MOVEMENT BASED ON
GROUND REPORTS AND MODEL GUIDANCE.
NXT ADVISORY: NO LATER THAN 20260311/2120Z=

Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Tokyo (VAAC) issued the following report:

FVFE01 at 07:29 UTC, 11/03/26 from RJTD
VA ADVISORY
DTG: 20260311/0729Z
VAAC: TOKYO
VOLCANO: MAYON 273030
PSN: N1315 E12341
AREA: PHILIPPINES
SOURCE ELEV: 2462M AMSL
ADVISORY NR: 2026/293
INFO SOURCE: HIMAWARI-9 PHIVOLCS
ERUPTION DETAILS: ERUPTION AT 20260311/0717Z VA CLD UNKNOWN REPORTED
OBS VA DTG: 11/0710Z
OBS VA CLD: VA NOT IDENTIFIABLE FM SATELLITE DATA WIND FL180 270/17KT

FCST VA CLD +6 HR: NOT AVBL
FCST VA CLD +12 HR: NOT AVBL
FCST VA CLD +18 HR: NOT AVBL
RMK: WE WILL ISSUE FURTHER ADVISORY IF VA IS DETECTED IN SATELLITE
IMAGERY.
NXT ADVISORY: NO FURTHER ADVISORIES=

Satellite image of Aoba volcano on 11 Mar 2026

Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report:

FVAU04 at 07:26 UTC, 11/03/26 from ADRM
VA ADVISORY
DTG: 20260311/0727Z
VAAC: DARWIN
VOLCANO: AMBAE 257030
PSN: S1523 E16750
AREA: VANUATU
SOURCE ELEV: 1496M AMSL
ADVISORY NR: 2026/23
INFO SOURCE: VAAC WELLINGTON
ERUPTION DETAILS: UNKNOWN
EST VA DTG: NOT PROVIDED
EST VA CLD: NOT PROVIDED
FCST VA CLD +6 HR: 11/1327Z NOT PROVIDED
FCST VA CLD +12 HR: 11/1927Z NOT PROVIDED
FCST VA CLD +18 HR: 12/0127Z NOT PROVIDED
RMK: PLEASE SEE FVPS01 NZKL 110717 ISSUED BY VAAC WELLINGTON
WHICH DESCRIBES CONDITIONS NEAR THE VAAC DARWIN AREA OF
RESPONSIBILITY.
NXT ADVISORY: NO LATER THAN 20260311/1327Z=

Satellite image of Semeru volcano on 11 Mar 2026

Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Darwin (VAAC) issued the following report:

FVAU02 at 03:18 UTC, 11/03/26 from ADRM
VA ADVISORY
DTG: 20260311/0320Z
VAAC: DARWIN
VOLCANO: SEMERU 263300
PSN: S0806 E11255
AREA: INDONESIA
SOURCE ELEV: 3657M AMSL
ADVISORY NR: 2026/283
INFO SOURCE: HIMAWARI-9, CVGHM
ERUPTION DETAILS: VA ERUPTION LAST REPORTED AT 11/0136Z MOV
NE
EST VA DTG: 11/0300Z
EST VA CLD: SFC/FL150 S0808 E11255 – S0805 E11252 – S0747
E11305 – S0758 E11316 MOV NE 15KT
FCST VA CLD +6 HR: 11/0900Z SFC/FL150 S0809 E11255 – S0805
E11251 – S0747 E11305 – S0758 E11315
FCST VA CLD +12 HR: 11/1500Z SFC/FL150 S0808 E11254 – S0805
E11251 – S0748 E11306 – S0800 E11316
FCST VA CLD +18 HR: 11/2100Z SFC/FL150 S0808 E11254 – S0805
E11252 – S0747 E11306 – S0800 E11317
RMK: VA NOT IDENTIFIABLE ON LATEST SATELLITE IMAGERY DUE TO
MET CLOUD. CVGHM GROUND REPORTS INDICATE INTERMITTENT
ERUPTIONS ARE ONGOING. VA HEIGHT AND MOVEMENT BASED ON
GROUND REPORTS AND MODEL GUIDANCE.
NXT ADVISORY: NO LATER THAN 20260311/0920Z=