Japan's Meteorological Agency says a volcanic eruption has occurred on the island of Suwanosejima, which is located in southwestern Japan's Kagoshima Prefecture.
The agency said the eruption occurred at around 0:22 a.m. on Sunday.
A notice is issued when a volcano erupts after a certain period of dormancy or when a large-scale volcanic eruption occurs.
The agency is urging people in areas around the volcano to take appropriate action to protect themselves.
The agency said the eruption occurred at around 0:22 a.m. on Sunday.
A notice is issued when a volcano erupts after a certain period of dormancy or when a large-scale volcanic eruption occurs.
The agency is urging people in areas around the volcano to take appropriate action to protect themselves.
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Summary
Volcanic eruption on Suwanosejima Island, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. Eruption occurred at 0:22 a.m. on Sunday. The Meteorological Agency issued a notice due to dormancy or large-scale eruption. Public advised to take protective measures around the volcano.
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20240114_03/
Date: Jan. 14, 2024
Created: 2024/01/14 06:30
Updated: 2025/12/08 18:59
Last Read: 2024/01/14 21:38