Volcanic eruption
Coverage of Volcanic eruption in the Nexus archive.
- Thousands evacuate in Philippines as Mount Pinatubo erupts in 1991 – from the SCMP archive
Thousands evacuated in the Philippines after Mount Pinatubo erupted on June 12, 1991, with residents like Theresita Santiago fleeing to Olongapo City. The eruption produced a volcanic plume reaching 25km in height.
- Kilauea erupts for the 49th time with fountains expected to grow fast
The 49th episode of Halemaʻumaʻu's ongoing eruption is underway, with lava fountains currently reaching 300 feet and projected to grow up to 600 to 800 feet in the coming hours. This marks the 49th eruption of Kīlauea volcano.
- Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island
A volcano on an Indonesian island has erupted, resulting in three deaths. Officials had previously warned against climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns. The eruption highlights the dangers of volcanic activity.
- Volcanic eruption kills three hikers after they ignored warning signs in Indonesia
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia killed three hikers who ignored warning signs. The eruption occurred in a volatile region and raises concerns about safety measures. The incident is under investigation.
- WATCH: Hikers flee erupting volcano
A group of tourists in Guatemala was forced to flee Santiaguito, an active volcano nicknamed 'the Death Trail,' after it erupted unexpectedly, sending ash and debris their way.
- WATCH: Guatemala volcano's eruption sends hikers in restricted area running for their lives
The Santiaguito volcano in Guatemala erupted suddenly, forcing hikers in a restricted area to flee as debris rained down. A harrowing video captured the dangerous event, highlighting the immediate threat posed by the eruption.
- Tourists scramble as Guatemala volcano erupts
A volcano in Guatemala erupted, causing tourists to scramble. The event disrupted local tourism and raised safety concerns.