Shiveluch Volcano Erupts After 7.0 Earthquake Hits Eastern Russia

Aug 19, 2024, 09:21 AM

The Shiveluch volcano in Kamchatka, Russia, erupted following a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck in the Pacific Ocean, approximately 63 miles from the eastern coast of Russia. The eruption, which occurred early Sunday, resulted in a thick layer of ash covering trees, cars, and fields in the vicinity. The Shiveluch volcano is one of Russia's most active volcanoes. The earthquake and subsequent volcanic activity have been confirmed by volcanologists from the Russian Academy of Sciences.