Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi Volcano Awakens After Millennia
The Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia has erupted for the first time in 12,000 years, sending shockwaves through both the scientific community and local residents. This rare geological event has not only surprised volcanologists but has also created a spectacle of nature that’s visible from thousands of kilometers away. As ash plumes rose high into the atmosphere, people across Yemen, Oman, India, and northern Pakistan witnessed the clouds drifting over their skies. This isn’t your everyday weather update—Mother Nature just dropped a volcanic throwback after a 12,000-year hiatus!
Ash Clouds Travel Across Continents
The eruption’s ash clouds have drifted far and wide, affecting air quality and visibility in regions as distant as northern Pakistan and India. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, as such eruptions can impact aviation, agriculture, and even the climate. For residents under the drifting ash, it might be time to keep windows closed and hope for a quick return to clear skies. If you thought your week was explosive, just be glad you’re not living next to a volcano that’s been holding a grudge for over ten millennia!
This event stands as a reminder of the unpredictable power of our planet. While the eruption poses challenges, it also offers scientists a unique opportunity to study a volcano that’s been silent since the Ice Age. Who knows, maybe the Hayli Gubbi just wanted to remind us it’s still here—talk about making a comeback after a long nap!
Sources:
The Guardian: Ethiopian volcano Hayli Gubbi erupts for first time in 12,000 years