- Global Volcanism Program | Current Eruptions
There are 47 volcanoes with continuing eruptions as of the Stop Dates provided, and as reported through 2 May 2025 Although detailed statistics are not kept on daily activity, generally there are around 20 volcanoes actively erupting at any particular time The Smithsonian USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report (WVAR) for the week ending on 15 July 2025 has updates on 25 volcanoes
- Volcanic eruption | Description, History, Mythology, Facts - Britannica
A volcanic eruption is an eruption of molten rock, hot rock fragments, and hot gases through a volcano, which is a vent in a planet’s or satellite’s crust Volcanic eruptions can cause disastrous loss of life and property Volcanic eruptions play a role in climate change, with expelled gases such as carbon dioxide contributing to global warming, while ash, dust, and gases can drive global
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