When was colimas volcano last eruption

In the days that followed, a plume of ash that rose 2, metres into the air could be seen from as far as 30 kilometres away. As a prevention measure, local authorities evacuated some people from several villages west-northwest of the volcano, clearing out the path of its blowing ash trail. Scientists from the Universidad de Colima continue to monitor the Colima volcano. If the eruption worsens, greater measures — such as evacuation of more villages and towns, as well as closure of nearby facilities such as airports — will become necessary.

Mexico is a land of volcanoes. Volcanic rocks cover a third of its territory , and 16 volcanoes are considered to be currently active in the country, meaning they have erupted some time in the last 10, years. Countries with a larger number of volcanoes within their territories , include Indonesia, Japan and Chile. Eruption Specials. Tours to erupting volcanoes From time to time, we organize special tours to see volcanoes in eruption. These are often announced only few days or weeks in advance.

Find out more! What is a volcano? Definition of a volcano A volcano is the term for any place on the surface of the earth, where hot molten rock magma reaches the surface. Lava fountains.

Krakatau to Bali. Height — m. Colima is major peak, but is overshadowed by its neighbour, the extinct Nevado de Colima , which rises to m. Like all large, restless volcanoes Colima poses a substantial threat to the region, but few eruptions of Colima during historical times have led to casualties.

Wow factor — The younger volcano ,Volcan de Fuego or Volcan de Colima, is about meters smaller and is located 5 km south of Nevado. Colima's last large explosive eruption occurred on January 20, and lasted for only four days. This eruption was characterized by its ash flows and the formation of a summit crater measuring meters in depth.

The mountain remained dormant for forty-four years before it once again became active. In Colima had an eruption that sent a small lava flow down its northern slope. Then again in a much larger lava flow occurred to the north and southeast. Colima's activity in the 80's was characterized by small sporadic flows of lava and frequent avalanches from its summit.

Close-up of explosion crater.