Uturuncu, a dormant volcano in Bolivia, is exhibiting signs of an imminent eruption after 250,000 years of inactivity, prompting worries among local populations. Increased seismic activity and distinctive ground deformation patterns indicate significant geological changes caused by subterranean movement of gas and liquid. Researchers at Oxford University utilized seismic tomography to create a detailed 3D representation of the volcano's internal structure, finding potential routes for hot fluids to migrate. With more than 1,700 earthquakes detected and the volcano's proximity to populated areas, there are grave concerns regarding potential lava flow and ash fallout threatening lives and property across the region.
A volcano that has not erupted in 250,000 years, Uturuncu in Bolivia, is showing signs of impending eruption due to increased seismic activity and gas emissions.
Using seismic tomography, scientists built a detailed 3D view of Uturuncu's interior, revealing potential pathways for upward movement of hot fluids and gas.
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