Yasur volcano, Vanuatu C016 / 4657
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Yasur volcano, Vanuatu C016 / 4657
Yasur volcano, Vanuatu. View of Mount Yasur, Vanuatu, erupting. Mount Yasur is an active stratovolcano on Tanna Island, Vanuatu, and rises to a height of 361 metres above sea level. It has been erupting nearly continuously for over 800 years. Photographed on 10th May 2012
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10th 2012 Active Continuous Environmental Science Erupting Eruption Geological Geophysical Geophysics Heat Island Lava Molten Rock Mountain Pacific Red Hot Smoke Smoking Spark Sparks Spewing Spouting Steam Steaming Stratovolcano Volcano Volcanoes Volcanology Vulcanology Mount Yasur New Hebrides Tanna Vanuatu
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This print captures the awe-inspiring power and beauty of Yasur volcano in Vanuatu. The image showcases Mount Yasur, an active stratovolcano on Tanna Island, as it erupts with magnificent force. Rising 361 meters above sea level, this fiery giant has been continuously erupting for over 800 years. Taken on May 10th, 2012, the photograph vividly portrays the intense heat and molten rock spewing from the volcano's crater. Thick plumes of smoke and steam fill the air, creating a dramatic landscape against the backdrop of a vibrant red-hot glow. The image not only highlights the geological marvel that is Yasur volcano but also serves as a testament to its continuous activity throughout history. It offers a glimpse into one of nature's most spectacular phenomena - an ever-changing display of sparks and lava that mesmerizes all who witness it. Vanuatu's unique geography makes it home to several volcanoes, but none quite like Mount Yasur. Its constant eruption provides invaluable insights for volcanologists and geophysicists studying these natural wonders. This remarkable print by Martin Rietze from Science Photo Library encapsulates both the raw power and fragile beauty found within our planet's volcanic landscapes. It serves as a reminder of Earth's dynamic nature while showcasing humanity's ongoing fascination with these extraordinary forces of nature.
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