Volcano

Flights wont be affected following Iceland volcano eruption

The Icelandic Meteorological Office says the volcano eruption is “minor” and there were no signs of ash or dust that could disrupt aviation.

Is Etna a danger to Italy?

Etna is Europe’s most active volcano. It has erupted many times, the Catania devastation of 1699 being the worst.

Indonesia's Merapi volcano erupts, spews lava and ash

The 2,968-metre volcano is on the densely populated island of Java and near the ancient city of Yogyakarta

Thousands evacuated as Indonesia volcano erupts

More than 4,400 residents moved to safety as Mount Ili Lewotolok erupts, vomiting a thick tower of debris four kilometres into sky.

Rain-triggered landslide kills several people in El Salvador

At least nine people are dead, seven injured and one is missing after heavy rains caused a landslide in the north of the country's capital San Salvador.

New Zealand recovers six more bodies from volcanic island

Four days after the devastating volcanic eruption, New Zealand's military team could recover six bodies, but two remain unaccounted for.

New Zealand plans retrieval of bodies from volcanic island on Friday

Eight people believed to be still on the White Island are presumed dead, buried under ash and debris from Monday's eruption. Eight people were confirmed killed and dozens were severely burned in the blast of steam and ash.

At least 5 dead, others missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said about dozens of tourists were on or near White Island when it erupted in the afternoon.

Indonesia reroutes all flights around erupting Anak Krakatau volcano

Authorities have warned that the crater of Anak Krakatau, or child of Krakatau, remains fragile, raising fears of another collapse and tsunami, and have urged residents to stay away from the coast.

Death toll up to 1,400 as Indonesia quake survivors scavenge for food

Adding to Sulawesi's woes, the Soputan volcano in the north of the island erupted early on Wednesday but there were no reports of any casualties or damage.

Guatemalans bury dead after volcano eruption

Forensic experts are working on the grim task of identifying dozens of bodies charred beyond recognition by the eruption of Guatemala's Volcano of Fire, a disaster that has left at least 109 confirmed dead and nearly 200 still missing.

Guatemala volcano search operations halted as death toll tops 109

Pouring rain and Fuego's continuing volcanic activity are hindering rescue operations as the death toll continues to tick upwards. Some locals are carrying out rescue operations themselves.