Friday, April 24, 2015

Calbuco Eruption




Chile's Calbuco volcano has erupted after being dormant for over 40 years. The eruption was both devastating and fascinating. 

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Calbuco erupted twice in a 24 hour period. The first eruption was considered to be stronger than the second. Ash ranged to 23 1/2 inches. Over 4,400 residents evacuated. 

Officials have declared a state of emergency in the town of Llanquihue and the town of Puerto Octay, as well as a red alert for Chile's Lakes Region and the towns of Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas.

http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/23/americas/chile-volcano/

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