The Krasheninnikov volcano erupted for the first time in hundreds of years, sending ash 3.7 miles into the atmosphere after a significant earthquake. The eruption occurred alongside a 7.0-magnitude earthquake, which triggered a tsunami warning that was later rescinded. Experts noted the historical significance of the eruption, with conflicting reports on its previous activity—one stating it last erupted 600 years ago and another citing 475 years. The volcanic activity has decreased since the initial eruption, but moderate explosive activity may still continue.
The Krasheninnikov volcano sent ash 3.7 miles into the sky, according to staff at the Kronotsky Reserve, where the volcano is located.
This is the first historically confirmed eruption of the Krasheninnikov volcano in 600 years, according to Olga Girina, head of the Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Team.
The eruption was accompanied by a 7.0-magnitude earthquake and prompted a tsunami warning for three areas of Kamchatka.
The Smithsonian Institution's Global Volcanism Program, based in the U.S., lists Krasheninnikov's last eruption as occurring 475 years ago in 1550.
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