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.
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