Welcome to Volcano World!
Volcanic activity is the most powerful force in nature. Some volcanic eruptions are much more powerful than the largest nuclear explosion. Volcanoes have killed thousands of people and caused some of the most frightening events in human history.
This site includes information about volcanoes, their activity, and how they form and erupt.
GVP Eruption Reports
Ambae (Vanuatu) - Report for 1 January-7 January 2026 - NEW
The Wellington Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) reported that low-level ash plumes at Ambae rose 1.5 km (5,000 ft) a.s.l. and drifted N during 4-5 January. According to the Vanuatu … Read full story
Ambrym (Vanuatu) - Report for 1 January-7 January 2026 - NEW
The Vanuatu Meteorology and Geohazards Department (VMGD) reported that at 0650 on 8 January an ash plume at Ambrym was identified in satellite images. Seismic data confirmed ongoing unrest that … Read full story
Bur ni Telong (Indonesia) - Report for 1 January-7 January 2026 - NEW
The Pusat Vulkanologi dan Mitigasi Bencana Geologi (PVMBG) reported increased seismicity at Bur ni Telong on 30 December. A M 4.5 earthquake was detected at 2043 on 30 December and … Read full story
Etna (Italy) - Report for 1 January-7 January 2026 - NEW
The Sezione di Catania - Osservatorio Etneo (INGV) reported that eruptive activity at Etna?s summit craters continued during 29 December 2025-4 January 2026, characterized by explosive activity (mainly at Voragine … Read full story