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
Barren Island (India) - Report for 26 November-2 December 2025 - NEW
Eruptive activity continued at Barren Island during 28-29 November. The Darwin Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre (VAAC) reported that ash plumes were identified in satellite images rising 1.8-2.1 km (6,000-7,000 ft) … Read full story
Bezymianny (Russia) - Report for 26 November-2 December 2025 - NEW
The Kamchatkan Volcanic Eruption Response Team (KVERT) reported that activity at Bezymianny gradually increased during 21-25 November and intensified during 26-27 November. The Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy … Read full story
Erta Ale (Ethiopia) - Report for 26 November-2 December 2025 - NEW
Satellite images captured Erta Ale and the surrounding region on 23 and 25 November, before and after the 23 November eruption at Hayli Gubbi. The 25 November image showed extensive … Read full story
Hayli Gubbi (Ethiopia) - Report for 26 November-2 December 2025 - NEW
The first recorded explosive eruption at Hayli Gubbi was detected in satellite data at around 1130 on 23 November. Explosions produced a significant gas-and-ash plume that rose 10-15 km (32,800-50,000 … Read full story