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Tungurahua Volcano, a
stratovolcano in central Ecuador is erupting again. This volcano has a history of sudden strong explosions, lava flows,
lahars and pyroclastic flows that have reached populated areas near its base.
Early this morning Tungurahua erupted with a powerful explosion, launching hot rocks and ash into the air and producing a lava flow that spread into populated areas. Thousands have been evacuated and remain at a safe distance even though the activity subsided quickly. Scientists at the National Geophysics Institute expect more explosive activity over the coming days or weeks.
Read more about
Tungurahua Volcano at the ABC News website.
Tungurahua Volcano - 1999 Image by USGSLabels: Volcanoes
