Historic Eruption of Krasheninnikov Volcano After 600 Years
The Krasheninnikov Volcano in Kamchatka erupted for the first time in 600 years, potentially linked to a recent large earthquake in Russia's Far East. An ash plume, rising up to 6,000 meters, was recorded, posing a risk to aviation. No populated areas are in the ash's path.
In an event remarkable for its historical significance, the Krasheninnikov Volcano in Kamchatka erupted overnight, marking the first activity in 600 years. This volcanic event might relate to a significant earthquake that struck Russia's Far East just last week, according to reports from Russia's RIA state news agency and scientists.
Olga Girina, head of the Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team, noted the potential connection between the eruption and the earthquake, which spurred tsunami warnings across the Pacific, from French Polynesia to Chile. The eruption followed the activity of Klyuchevskoy, the Kamchatka Peninsula's most active volcano.
Russia's emergency services ministry reported an ash plume extending 6,000 meters high, moving eastward over the Pacific Ocean without threatening populated areas. The volcanic activity has been assigned an orange aviation code due to the increased risk it poses to aircraft operations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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