White Island volcano, New Zealand – small scale explosive events, intermittent ash emissions [1]

The Watchers By Adonai – Posted on February 26, 2013

The usual style of activity at White Island, New Zealand changed over the last weekend: the active vent began producing ash. This activity ceased on Monday, February 25, 2013 and was replaced by steam and gas explosions from the active vent. GNS volcanologist Brad Scott visited the volcano and noted in his latest report that the level of volcanic tremor has increased:

The level of volcanic tremor has increased, associated with the reappearance of fluids in the vent area. This change in activity is consistent with the level of unrest we have seen over the last month at the island. As always a high level of caution should be taken if visiting the island.

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