Volcan Wolf Eruption Update; Tall Lava Fountains, Large Area Covered in Molten Rock

It is now day 4 of the eruption of Volcan Wolf in the Galapagos Islands. This eruption began with an explosive phase but has since transitioned into a scenic fissure eruption involving dozens of tall lava fountains. The vast river of lava is being directed towards the southeast and will momentarily reach the Pacific Ocean. So, what will happen next? How long will the eruption last? This video will separate fact from fiction and discuss what size and duration of volcanic activity is expected at the Wolf Volcano. Volcanic ash advisory center: For information on potential ash advisories of this volcano, select the Washington center, then Volcan Wolf. Special thanks to: Ministerio Ambiente, Agua y Transición Ecológica, @endarazavala (twitter)
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