Earthquakes near volcanoes Earthquakes often precede volcanic eruptions. Find out where the latest earthquakes in the vicinity of volcanoes have occurred.
Worldwide earthquake activity level What is the level of global earthquake activity today compared to the past? Find out with our graph showing the current and past Global Seismic Activity Level indicator!
Land of Theseus The Saronic Gulf opposite Athens is one of the most beautiful and interesting areas of Greece, full of beautiful landscapes, small towns, islands, archeological remains and one of Europe's least known active volcanic areas. Join us on a relaxing tour to discover this fascinating area!
Volcanoes of Java Climb some of its most interesting and active volcanoes of Java: Papandayan and Galunggung, Merapi in Central Java, Kelud, Semeru, Bromo, the Tengger caldera, and Ijen.
Volcanoes & Cultures The contrast between unspoiled rain-forest, coconut palm beaches, primitive culture and moon-like landscapes surrounding lava-spitting volcanoes could not be bigger: join us on an expedition to the two most active volcanoes of Vanuatu: Ambrym and Yasur.
Just 3 minutes ago, a 4.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Glyfada, Nomarchía Athínas, Attica, Greece. The tremor was recorded in the morning on Sunday, June 2nd, 2024, at 11:53 am local time, at a moderately shallow depth of 35 km below the surface. ...Read all
India's National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported a magnitude 5.5 quake in Myanmar near Mawlaik, Mawlaik District, Sagaing, only 9 minutes ago. The earthquake hit early afternoon on Sunday, June 2nd, 2024, at 2:44 pm local time at an intermediate depth of 110 km. The exact magnitude, epicenter, and depth of the quake might be revised within the next few hours or minutes as seismologists review data and refine their calculations, or as other agencies issue their report. ...Read all
We are receiving unverified early reports of ground shaking possibly caused by seismic activity in or near Guwahati, Assam, India on 2 Jun 2024 (GMT) at approximately 08:45 GMT. ...Read all
Igneous or magmatic rocks The most primitive rock type forms when magma (molten rock) solidifies - either inside the earth (plutonic rocks) or during volcanic eruptions (volcanic rocks). A short overview.
Volcano Tours on Hawai'i The Hawaiian Islands are not only home to the most active volcanoes in the world, Kilauea and Mauna Loa on the Big Island, but also boast a unique natural environment. Born by volcanic activity of a very active hot spot in the middle of the Pacific Plate, they are a showcase of natural history.
Redating the Minoan eruption of Santorini A 3600 y.o. fossil olive tree discovered in the Minoan pumice allows to refine the date of the Minoan eruption on Santorini to the 17th century B.C.
Fuego volcano photos One of Central America's most active volcanoes, Fuego in Guatemala is in near-permanent explosive eruption with intermittent phases of increasing activity that generate lava fountains, lava flows and pyroclastic flows.
Overflowing lava lake Jan 2017 Our group on the volcano was lucky to be on site and witness the Erta Ale volcano overflow during its spectacular eruption in January 2017. Enjoy dramatic footage of this anazing event!