Current volcanic eruptions, Etna (Sicily), Popocatepetl (Mexico)

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Start date May 22, 2023

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Mount Etna's recent eruption has disrupted flights to Catania airport in Sicily due to volcanic ash covering the runways. This volcano, known for its frequent activity, last had a significant eruption in 1992. In Mexico, authorities have raised the alert level for the Popocatepetl volcano to "yellow phase three," indicating heightened activity with smoke, ash, and lava emissions. This poses risks to aviation and nearby communities, prompting temporary flight halts at two airports in Mexico City. Popocatepetl is considered one of the world's most dangerous volcanoes, with around 25 million people living within a 100-kilometer radius. As of mid-May 2023, there are 42 active volcanoes erupting globally.

May 22, 2023

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Mount Etna eruption halts flights to Sicily's Catania airport
https://www.reuters.com/world/europ...s-flights-sicilys-catania-airport-2023-05-21/

ROME, May 21 (Reuters) - Flights serving the eastern Sicilian city of Catania were halted on Sunday after an eruption from nearby Mount Etna spewed volcanic ash onto its runways, airport authorities said.

The 3,330 metre (10,925 ft) high volcano can burst into spectacular action several times a year, firing lava and ash high over the Mediterranean island. The last major eruption was in 1992.

Mexico raises alert level as volcano ejects smoke, ash, lava
https://news.yahoo.com/mexico-raises-alert-level-volcano-223420069.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall

Mexican authorities on Sunday raised the warning level for the Popocatepetl volcano to one step below red alert, as smoke, ash and molten rock spewed into the sky posing risks to aviation and far-flung communities below.

The volcano, located in central Mexico, is considered one of the most dangerous in the world because some 25 million people live within a 100-kilometer (60-mile) radius.

Sunday's increased alert level -- to "yellow phase three" -- comes a day after two Mexico City airports temporarily halted operations due to falling ash.

Popocatepetl is located on the borders of the central states of Morelos, Mexico, and Puebla, the capital of which an AFP reporter said Sunday had woken up to a blanketing of gray ash.

As of 14 May, 2023, there are 42 volcanoes erupting around the earth!

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