Volcanoes

The supervolcano in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming erupted 640,000 years ago in a massive explosion. Will it happen again?

Last erupting in 1538, a new study reveals crust of Campi Flegrei volcano has become weaker, and may lead to volcanic eruption.

Covering around 20% of the Earth's surface, deserts are vast & harsh landscapes. From the Sahara to the Arctic, we delve into their formation

ByBryony CottamMar 22, 2023

A new method for pinpointing the precise location of magma chambers could help scientists forecast volcanic eruptions

A groundbreaking discovery in South Africa challenges recent theories that large magma chambers may not occur near the Earth's surface

ByBryony CottamOct 27, 2022

The threat posed by a major volcanic eruption is largely ignored, but there are ways to reduce the risks

ByBryony CottamAug 24, 2022

The Ring of Fire is the site of many of the most powerful and destructive volcanic eruptions and earthquakes in history.

Following the release of the fantastic new film Fire of Love, we've rounded up the five best documentaries about volcanoes

ByKatie BurtonJul 25, 2022

In Indonesia, more than five million people live close to active volcanos. Photographer Putu Sayoga documents their lives

ByBryony CottamJul 22, 2022

Unearthing the endemic Hawaiian species that have adapted to life below ground inside the islands' unique ecosystem of lava tubes

One of the most geologically and volcanically active places in the world, Iceland offers lots of ideal locations for landscape photography

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