Tens of thousands of people were evacuated because of the threat of a volcanic eruption in the Philippines

24 January 2018, 12:42 | Incidents
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As noted, the volcano is located in the province of Albay, 340 km from the capital of the Philippines - Manila. So, on the night of Wednesday, there were observed lava emissions to a height of 3,000 to 5,000 meters. In connection with this, schools are closed in 17 cities and municipalities.

In addition, more than 50 domestic and international flights were canceled.



In this regard, experts warn that a strong volcanic eruption can occur within a few weeks or even days.

By the way, the first eruption of the volcano was recorded in 1616, and the most deadly - in 1814, then killed 1.2 thousand. human. The volcano is popular among climbers, in 2013, during an eruption, five tourists died.

Recall, as previously reported, "URA-Inform, in Japan, near the international ski resort Kusatsu in Gunma Prefecture, an eruption of the volcano.




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