This Volcano's Lava Isn't Red; It's Electric Blue, and Here's Why!

This Volcano's Lava Isn't Red; It's Electric Blue, and Here's Why!

At Indonesia’s Kawah Ijen volcano, a breathtaking blue glow emerges at night, setting it apart from most volcanoes where lava burns in shades of red. At Kawah Ijen, however, the molten sulfur flows with an electric blue intensity, creating a stunning and otherworldly sight. This captivating blue phenomenon has earned the volcano global fame, drawing the attention of both scientists and photographers alike. But there’s more to this glowing displa…