A volcanic eruption is a natural event in which volcanic material, such as lava, gases, and ash, is expelled from the interior of a volcano onto the Earth’s surface.
During an eruption, explosions and lava flows occur that can cause significant changes in the landscape and affect nearby communities.
Eruptions can be dangerous due to the release of toxic gases, ash fall, and the possibility of lava flows and debris avalanches. Active volcanoes are monitored to predict eruptions and take precautionary measures.
