Ethiopia: Spectacular Volcanic Eruptions Draw Global Tourists to Afar

Ethiopia: Spectacular Volcanic Eruptions Draw Global Tourists to Afar

ADDIS ABABA -- A series of spectacular volcanic eruptions in Ethiopia's Afar state have captivated both scientists and foreign tourists, according to the Afar State Tourism Bureau.

Multiple volcanic eruptions reported near Erta Ale crater in Ethiopia

Volcanic eruptions have been reported in Ethiopia's Afar region, with activity recorded in four separate locations near the Erta Ale crater since Tuesday, local media have confirmed. According to the Ethiopian News Agency (ENA), the eruptions occurred within a 15-kilometre radius of the main Erta Ale crater, one of the country's most active volcanic sites. Visible ash plumes have been reported in the area, which, according to regional officials,…

Eruption of Arta Ale volcano draws tourists to Ethiopia

Rate this post A series of spectacular volcanic eruptions in Ethiopia’s Afar state have captivated both scientists and foreign tourists, according to the Afar State Tourism Bureau. The tourism board says on its social media handles that the eruptions, which began earlier in the week, have occurred at four different sites within a 15-kilometre radius of the main Arta Ale crater, one of the most geologically active zones in Ethiopia. According to …