Active volcanoes of the world

Active volcanoes of the world !

Volcanoes are considered a symbol of nature's fury. One of the events demonstrating the strength of the active volcano is the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. It is still held as one of the most destructive and damaging explosions. The explosion not only caused the destruction of the entire city of Pompeii and Harnakulam, but also caused extensive damage.

How many active volcanoes are there in the world?

There are about 1500 active volcanoes on Earth, and this includes only those that are on the Earth's surface. Many more active volcanoes are also underwater, particularly around the Pacific Ring of Fire. Of these, about 100 active volcanoes are known worldwide. 

What are the 10 most active volcanoes on the earth?

Where in the world are there active volcanoes?

Mauna Loa, Hawaii

The Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii is not only the most active, but also the largest volcano on Earth. It is a popular tourist destination and also part of various scientific studies. It has been erupting continuously for 700,000 years. Its most recent explosion occurred in 1984. The active volcano has an extensive network of lava flows, which are a threat to the surrounding communities. In 1950, an entire village was destroyed by lava.

 Eyjafjalljökull, Iceland

This volcano is part of several small ice caps in Iceland. Its explosion overtook the world in 2010 and the ashes of its explosion disrupted air travel across Europe and North America. As of 2011, the volcano is considered dormant.

 Mount Vesuvius, Italy

The location of this active volcano is what makes this volcano dangerous. Mount Vesuvius is located just 9 kilometers from the city of Naples, making it the most densely populated active volcanic region in the world. As previously mentioned, it is also known for causing possibly the most devastating volcanic eruption in 79 CE, when it buried Pompeii and Hernaculum under a pile of ash and lava. This is an explosion cycle of 20 years.This is the most active volcano in the world.

Mount Nyirgongo, Congo

The largest lava lake in this active volcano is 2 km wide. It is located in Virunga National Park, congo. Along with another active volcano, it is believed to account for 40% of Africa's volcanic eruptions. This poses a significant threat to the surrounding communities as it carries a large lake of liquid lava.

 Taal Volcano, Philippines

Taal active Volcano is located on an island near Taal Lake. It is 30 miles from Manila, and has exploded 33 times since 1572. Considerable casualty rates have occurred during the blasts and are therefore only allowed to be seen from a distance.

 Mount Merapi, Indonesia

This active volcano is Indonesia's most active volcano and produces more lava flows than any other volcano in the world. It has been erupting regularly since 1548. It is believed that Mataram's empire was destroyed due to its explosion. It is just a few miles from the city of Yogyakarta, and is therefore a significant threat to its inhabitants. The 2010 explosion killed nearly 400 people and left many homeless.

Gilles, Colombia

Gallaurus is located near the border with Ecuador in Colombia. This active volcano has been erupting for a million years now. Its first eruption was recorded in 1580 and has been eroding continuously since then. It is a threat to the nearby city of Pasto which lies below its eastern slope.

It was thought to have become dormant in 1978, but later expired in only 10 years, ie. 1988. During a decade-long volcanic conference held in 1993, its stunning eruption killed 6 scientists and some tourists. It has been bursting every year since 2000, causing tremors in the surrounding areas.

 Sakurajima, Japan

Sakurajima is an active volcano that was an island, before lava flows linked it to the Osumi Peninsula in Japan. This active volcano has been destroyed every year since 1955. It is a threat to the city of Kagoshima, which lies at the bottom of the mountain. This was the most recent explosion in 2009 that killed thousands of people. The government has since built various volcanic shelters and camps for people seeking refuge in the surrounding areas. It is also known as 'Vesuvius' of the East.

Santa maria, guatemala

One of the most active volcanoes since the 20th century, Santa Maria has experienced several volcanic eruptions within the last 10 decades. It is 130 kilometers from the city of Guatemala, and is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire. There is a crater in Santa Maria that was built after an explosion in 1902. The explosions caused a massive accumulation of magma, which led to the formation of a huge dome named Sanitaguito. The collision of the Cocos Plate and the Caribbean Plate leads to a volcanic eruption. The latest explosion occurred in March 2011.

Ulawun, Papua New Guinea

Ulawun is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. It has 22 major explosions that have been recorded since 1700. Minor explosions and tremors occur regularly. The main danger about the volcano is its structural integrity. If a major collapse event occurs, the resulting explosion could lead to the destruction of hundreds of square kilometers of land. Of all the explosions, the most damage occurred in the year of 1980. The eruption fired ash and spread 18 km and caused extensive destruction over an area of ​​20 sq km. The last volcanic eruption occurred in the year of 2010.

And there it is - the top ten active volcanoes in the world! From Hawaii to the Philippines, they are everywhere, rotating like an uncontrollable force. These majestic yet deadly eyes of fury can be enticing. Once considered a symbol of God's wrath, they are truly testament to the fury of nature, and stand the test of man's death. Scary right? We think the same.

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