Tag Archives: Asama

JMA reported weak incandescence from Asama on 23 March. Strong steam emissions were seen on 30 March by an observer in Maebashi, 50 km E. Sources: Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), Yukio Hayakawa, personal communication – “Reports provided courtesy of the … Continue reading →

Based on information from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported that during 11-12 February eruptions from Asama produced plumes that rose to altitudes of 3-3.7 km (10,000-12,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted NE, E, and SE. JMA reported that on 16 and … Continue reading →

JMA reported that an eruption from Asama produced ash plumes that rose to altitudes of 3-4 km (10,000-13,100 ft) a.s.l. during 9-10 February. Ash fell in areas to the NE on 9 February. Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) – “Reports … Continue reading →

Based on information from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported that on 14 August an eruption plume from Asama rose to an altitude of 3 km (10,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted S. Source: Tokyo Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) – “Reports … Continue reading →

Based on information from JMA, the Tokyo VAAC reported that on 10 and 11 August eruption plumes from Asama rose to an altitude of 3 km (10,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted SE and S, respectively. Source: Tokyo Volcanic Ash Advisory … Continue reading →