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Volcanic Activity Around the Globe: Earthquakes, Eruptions, and the Threats They Pose

By: Bill McGuire
Originally Published in  Science Focus

From Iceland's rising magma to Sicily's explosive eruptions, volcanic activity is stirring worldwide, but what does it mean for people living nearby?

The article "Volcanic Activity Around the Globe: Earthquakes, Eruptions, and the Threats They Pose" from BBC Science Focus explores the recent volcanic activity across the globe. It covers the earthquakes in Iceland's Svartsengi geothermal plant, the eruption of Mount Etna in Sicily, and the ongoing rumbling of 45 other volcanoes, including Mayon and Krakatau.
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A volcano erupting with lava flowing out
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