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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.
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.