Kamchatka's Krasheninnikov volcano erupts for first time in 600 years
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The Kamchatka branch of Russia’s ministry for emergency services said an ash plume was recorded rising up 5-6 kilometers following the volcano’s eruption and drifted 75 kilometers eastward.
Breakdown
- Krasheninnikov volcano in Kamchatka erupts for the first time in nearly 600 years.
- A 6.8 magnitude earthquake led to a temporary tsunami warning, which was later lifted. 13s
- The volcano is located in one of the world's most active volcanic regions. 23s
- Scientists believe the eruption and recent earthquakes may be connected to an earlier 8.8 magnitude earthquake. 31s