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world5 months ago

Russian Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warnings Across Pacific

A magnitude 8.8 earthquake struck off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, ranking among the top 10 strongest ever recorded, causing damage, injuries, and triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific region. The earthquake occurred along a tectonic plate boundary in the Ring of Fire, where the Pacific Plate subducts beneath the Okhotsk Plate, leading to frequent and powerful seismic events. Aftershocks and a tsunami have followed, emphasizing the ongoing seismic risk in subduction zones worldwide, including areas like New Zealand.

via PBS|
#kamchatka-earthquake#ring-of-fire#seismic-activity
science6 months ago

Scientists Alert on Potential Massive Eruptions from Mount Rainier and Pacific Volcanoes

Recent increased volcanic activity across the Pacific Ring of Fire, including Mount Rainier's seismic swarm and ongoing eruptions at Alaska's Great Sitkin and Hawaii's Kilauea, has raised concerns among scientists about potential hazards like lahars and ash clouds, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and preparedness.

via The Daily Galaxy|
#eruption#mount-rainier#ring-of-fire
science7 months ago

Scientists Reveal Varied Behaviors of Cascade Volcanoes in Subduction Zones

Scientists study the diverse behaviors of Cascade volcanoes, which are part of the Ring of Fire, to better understand their eruption patterns and hazards. The USGS monitors these volcanoes, including well-known ones like Mount St. Helens and less active ones like Mount Adams, using seismic data and hazard assessments to prepare for potential eruptions and protect communities.

via KVAL|
#cascade-volcanoes#mount-st-helens#ring-of-fire
natural-disasters1 year ago

"Indonesian Officials Fear Collapse as Mount Ruang Erupts, Prompting Tsunami Warnings"

Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert after the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island erupted several times, prompting the evacuation of over 11,000 people. The volcano's alert level was raised to the highest, and officials fear that part of the volcano could collapse into the sea, potentially causing a tsunami. Indonesia, known for its volcanic activity due to its location along the "Ring of Fire," has 120 active volcanoes. Residents are being relocated to the nearest city, Manado, as a precautionary measure.

via New York Post |
#evacuation#indonesia#natural-disasters
natural-disasters1 year ago

"Indonesian Volcano Eruption Triggers Tsunami Alert and Evacuations"

Indonesian authorities have ordered the evacuation of hundreds of villagers after Mount Ruang, a remote island volcano in North Sulawesi, erupted multiple times, spewing lava and ash plumes. There are fears that the volcano could collapse into the sea and trigger a tsunami, prompting the highest volcano alert level to be raised. Dramatic footage shows ash billowing into the sky and villagers being evacuated, with no reported casualties. Indonesia, known for its numerous active volcanoes, sits along the Ring of Fire, a region prone to seismic activity.

via CNN|
#evacuation#indonesia#natural-disasters
natural-disasters1 year ago

"Mass Evacuations as Indonesia's Mount Ruang Volcano Spews Lava and Ash"

Multiple eruptions of Mount Ruang volcano in Indonesia have prompted authorities to issue a tsunami alert and evacuate over 11,000 people. The volcano, located on Sulawesi island, has had at least five large eruptions in the past 24 hours, leading to the highest level of volcano alert being raised. Indonesia, known for its 120 active volcanoes, sits along the "Ring of Fire" and is prone to volcanic activity. Officials are concerned about the potential for a collapse of part of the volcano into the sea, which could trigger a tsunami. Residents are being relocated to the nearest city, Manado, as a precautionary measure.

via TIME|
#evacuation#indonesia#natural-disasters
natural-disasters1 year ago

"Mount Ruang Volcano Eruption Triggers Tsunami Alert and Evacuations in Indonesia"

Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert after the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island had several large eruptions, prompting the evacuation of over 11,000 people. The volcano's alert level was raised to its highest, and officials warned of the potential for a collapse that could trigger a tsunami. This event highlights Indonesia's vulnerability to volcanic activity due to its location along the "Ring of Fire," a region known for seismic fault lines.

via The Associated Press|
#evacuation#indonesia#natural-disasters
natural-disasters1 year ago

"Indonesia's Mount Ruang Eruption Triggers Tsunami Alert and Mass Evacuation"

Indonesian authorities issued a tsunami alert after the Ruang volcano on Sulawesi island erupted, prompting the evacuation of over 11,000 people. The volcano had at least five large eruptions in the past 24 hours, leading to the highest level of volcano alert being raised. With Indonesia's susceptibility to volcanic activity due to its location along the "Ring of Fire," officials are concerned about the potential for a collapse of the volcano into the sea, which could trigger a tsunami. Residents are being relocated to Manado, the nearest city, as a precautionary measure.

via NBC News|
#evacuation#indonesia#natural-disasters
science-and-environment1 year ago

"Scientists Warn of Potential Swallowing of Atlantic Ocean by 'Ring of Fire'"

Scientists from the University of Lisbon warn that the Atlantic Ocean may be swallowed up by a chain of colliding tectonic plates known as the "Ring of Fire." The Gibraltar Trench, located beneath the Gibraltar Strait, is expanding westward, potentially leading to the disappearance of the Atlantic Ocean over the next 20 million years. This process could also trigger the formation of a new Atlantic subduction zone, causing continents to move closer and resulting in increased seismic activity.

via New York Post |
#atlantic-ocean#geology#gibraltar-trench
earth-science1 year ago

"Scientists Warn of Potential 'Ring of Fire' Threat to Atlantic Ocean"

Scientists warn that the Atlantic Ocean could be swallowed by a subduction zone known as the 'Ring of Fire', currently located beneath the Gibraltar Strait, within the next 20 million years. This process, called subduction invasion, could lead to the shrinking and eventual closure of the ocean basin. The study, led by researchers in Portugal, suggests that the subduction zone below the Gibraltar Strait is currently active and could expand westwards into the Atlantic, forming a new Atlantic subduction system. This could have significant implications for seismic activity in the area, as subduction zones are known for powerful earthquakes.

via Daily Mail|
#atlantic-ocean#earth-science#ring-of-fire
science-and-environment1 year ago

"Formation of Atlantic Ocean's Ring of Fire Imminent"

Experts warn that the Atlantic Ocean could eventually form its own Ring of Fire as new subduction zones may develop, leading to volcanic activity along the coastlines of Africa and Iberia. The Gibraltar subduction zone, currently under the Strait of Gibraltar, is predicted to "invade" the Atlantic, potentially leading to the formation of a subduction system in the ocean. This process is expected to occur in geological terms, at least 20 million years from now. Additionally, the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean and the Scotia Arc near Antarctica are other subduction zones on the other side of the Atlantic, but their impact on the opening of the Atlantic may take more than 20 million years.

via indy100|
#atlantic-ocean#ring-of-fire#science-and-environment
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Vanuatu Islands hit by 7.1 magnitude earthquake, triggers tsunami warning"

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck the Vanuatu Islands region, triggering a tsunami warning. The earthquake occurred south of Vanuatu at a depth of 48 kilometers, prompting the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre to issue a warning for hazardous waves within 300 kilometers of the epicenter. Residents in the southernmost Tafea province were advised to take precautionary measures, but no immediate damage was reported. Vanuatu, located in the seismic Ring of Fire, is prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes, storms, flooding, and tsunamis.

via Hindustan Times|
#earthquake#natural-disasters#pacific-tsunami-warning-centre
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Japan's Newest Island Rises from Underwater Volcano Eruption"

A new island has emerged off the coast of Japan's Ogasawara Islands due to an ongoing underwater volcanic eruption. The volcanic activity began on October 21st and has resulted in the formation of a young land mass made of pumice rock. The island is located near Iwo Jima and currently stretches about two kilometers in diameter. While the eruption is ongoing, it seems to be calming down. However, the long-term existence of the island remains uncertain, as erosion may cause it to diminish over time.

via ScienceAlert|
#eruption#japan#natural-disasters
space2 years ago

"Unprecedented Solar Eclipse Captured in Mesmerizing 'Ring of Fire' Photo"

Scientists have captured the first radio telescope images of an annular solar eclipse's "ring of fire" effect, despite being outside the eclipse's central path. The Owens Valley Radio Observatory in California was able to image an 80.5% partial solar eclipse and detect the sun's corona, thanks to its sensitivity to radio frequencies. This provided a unique opportunity to study the sun's extended corona, which is normally only visible during a total eclipse. The next solar eclipse visible from North America will be a total one on April 8, 2024.

via Livescience.com|
#corona#owens-valley-radio-observatory#radio-images
science-and-technology2 years ago

"Stunning 8K Timelapse: Photographer's Epic Capture of the Ring of Fire Eclipse"

Astrophotographer Jason Kurth has captured an epic 8K timelapse video of the recent ring of fire solar eclipse, showcasing the celestial event in unprecedented detail. The video, made up of almost 2,000 images, required over a year of preparation and a new computer for data processing. Kurth used a custom double-stacked hydrogen alpha solar telescope and a monochrome camera to capture the solar chromosphere and added color in post-processing. Despite some criticism suggesting the video is fake, Kurth's work has received overwhelmingly positive reactions, with many viewers calling it the greatest video they've ever seen.

via PetaPixel|
#astrophotography#photography#ring-of-fire