The Volcano Responsible for the Deadliest Tragedy In The Western Hemisphere Is Active Again
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Experts have warned about the Nevado del Ruiz volcano in Colombia, as it is showing signs of increased activity.
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Evacuation orders have been issued by the Colombian government in the potential impact zone due to earthquake swarms.
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In the 1980s, the volcano caused one of the largest disasters in the Western Hemisphere, killing at least 25,000 people.
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The last major eruption took place during a time of major political turmoil, and the tragedy was worsened by a concurrent storm.
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The population in municipalities near the volcano has only risen since the initial tragedy in 1985.
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President Gustavo Petro has requested that civilians in the potential impact zone evacuate, and he has told the authorities to be swift with their response.
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18 orange alerts have been issued since 1985, but none have formed into a major eruption.
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Volcanologists compare the Nevado del Ruiz to Washington’s Mount St. Helens in terms of explosive eruptions and dangerous mudflows.
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The movement of underground fluid is likely responsible for the increased activity and ash emissions.
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