Monthly Archives: September 2008

Kilauea Crater Rim Drive Returns!

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

Back by popluar demand is the Kilauea Crater Rim Drive.   Explore Kilauea with a guided tour from volcanologist Steve Mattox!! Click here to take the tour!

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Ubinas, Peru

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

Based on SIGMET reports, analysis of satellite imagery, and pilot observations, the Buenos Aires VAAC reported that during 26-27 August and on 2 September continuous ash plumes from Ubinas rose to altitudes of 5.5-6.1 km (18,000-20,000 ft) a.s.l. Plumes drifted … Continue reading →

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Taal, Luzon, Philippines

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

PHIVOLCS reported ongoing seismic unrest at Taal on 28 August. Ten earthquakes occurred; two at Intensity II were felt by residents in the Pira-Piraso village and were accompanied by rumbling sounds. The earthquakes were located NE of the island near … Continue reading →

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Shiveluch, Russia

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

KVERT reported that seismic activity at Shiveluch was slightly above background levels during 22-29 August. Gas-and-steam plumes with a small amount of ash were generated from avalanches during 22 and 25-28 August. Analysis of satellite imagery revealed a daily thermal … Continue reading →

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Semeru, Eastern Java, Indonesia

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

Based on pilot observations, the Darwin VAAC reported that a low-level plume from Semeru was present on 28 August. A pilot reported that an ash plume rose to an altitude of 4.6 km (15,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted SW on … Continue reading →

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Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

RVO reported that ash plumes from Rabaul caldera’s Tavurvur cone continued to be emitted during 29-31 August. The plumes drifted NW and caused ashfall in areas downwind. Continuous incandescence at the summit was observed and roaring noises were heard. Explosions … Continue reading →

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Okmok, Fox Islands, USA

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

On 27 August, AVO lowered the Volcano Alert Level for Okmok to Advisory and the Aviation Color Code to Yellow because seismicity had declined steadily during 20-27 August and ash plumes had not been observed since 19 August. On 28 … Continue reading →

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Nyiragongo, Congo

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

Based on analysis of satellite imagery, the Toulouse VAAC reported that an eruption of unstated character from Nyiragongo occurred before 0300 on 2 September. The activity was not confirmed by ground observations. Nyiragongo’s frequently active lava lake is often detected … Continue reading →

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Nevado Del Huila, Colombia

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

INGEOMINAS reported that on 2 September a M 4.6 earthquake at Nevado del Huila was detected 2.2 km NE of Pico Central. The Alert Level remained at Yellow (on a 4-color scale where Yellow is the second lowest). Sources: Instituto … Continue reading →

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Llaima, Chile

Posted on September 5, 2008 by Robert Peckyno

On 2 September, SERNAGEOMIN reported that clouds had prevented visual observations of Llaima during the previous few days. Explosions were heard during 25-28 August. On 28 August, seismic signals indicated that gas-and-ash plumes were possibly emitted from the pyroclastic cones … Continue reading →

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