Afar region
Hayli Gubbi Volcano Eruption in Ethiopia Subsides After Causing Widespread Disruption to Air Travel and Local Communities
Nov 26, 2025 09:52 am CST
Ethiopia's dormant Hayli Gubbi volcano has subsided after a rare eruption that covered nearby villages in ash, caused respiratory issues for residents, threatened livestock, and disrupted international flight paths. The eruption, the first recorded in 10,000 years, sent ash clouds across multiple countries, leading to dozens of flight cancellations as the volcanic plume moved from the Red Sea toward China.
Ethiopian Hayli Gubbi Volcano Erupts After 12,000 Years: What Scientists Are Discovering
Nov 25, 2025 01:10 pm CST
After 12,000 years of dormancy, Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted unexpectedly, sending ash clouds across multiple countries and providing scientists with valuable insights into this understudied geological region. Experts are now analyzing evidence to determine the true history of this ancient volcano in the East African Rift Zone.
Historic Ethiopian Volcano Eruption Sends Ash Clouds to India: Global Impact of Hayli Gubbi After 12,000 Years of Dormancy
Nov 25, 2025 12:12 pm CST
The Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia erupted on Sunday after nearly 12,000 years of dormancy, sending massive ash plumes across multiple countries. High-speed winds carried volcanic ash to India, affecting Delhi's already compromised air quality and causing significant flight disruptions. Aviation authorities issued warnings while airlines including Air India and IndiGo implemented emergency measures to ensure passenger safety as the sulfur dioxide-rich ash clouds continued their eastward journey toward China.
Ancient Ethiopian Volcano Erupts After 10,000 Years: Massive Ash Cloud Impacts Regional Communities
Nov 25, 2025 12:30 am CST
A long-dormant volcano in Ethiopia's Afar region erupted after approximately 10,000 years of inactivity, sending massive ash clouds across the Red Sea toward Yemen and Oman. While no human casualties were reported, the Hayli Gubbi volcano's eruption has covered nearby villages in ash, threatening livestock food sources and stranding tourists in the Danakil desert area. Local authorities continue to monitor the situation as communities cope with this unexpected natural disaster.