Volcanic Ash Cloud Stretches 500 km ABove Kamchatka
Ash is reportedly falling 40 km away from the volcano, and locals have reported hearing powerful explosions. Nearby villagers have been advised to leave their homes only in emergencies to prevent intoxication and other negative consequences.
Ash is a hazard to aircraft flying as the ash particles with a diameter of up to 2mm can destroy engines if they get into turbines.
Prior to February's volcanic activity, Klyuchevskoi last came to life in January-May 2005. Following that eruption, the volcano "sank" by 50 meters (about 165 feet), from 4,800 meters (about 16,000 feet) to the current 4,750 meters (15,845 feet).
Apart from powerful mudflows that could form from ice thawing on the volcano's sides, the current eruption of Klyuchevskoi does not pose a threat to locals.
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