TOKYO, Jun 23 (NNN-NHK) – Shinmoedake, a volcano in the mountain range on the border of Japan’s Kagoshima and Miyazaki prefectures, erupted yesterday, marking its first eruption since 2018.
The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), reported that, the eruption occurred at around 4:37 p.m. local time, sending a plume of ash over 500 metres above the crater.
The smoke drifted eastward towards the Miyazaki prefecture, however, no falling volcanic rocks have been confirmed, so far.
Volcanic alert level 2, which restricts entry near the crater, remains in effect for the region. Authorities urge caution within a 2-km radius of the crater, due to the risk of large volcanic rocks and pyroclastic flows within approximately one kilometer.
Residents are advised to stay alert, especially on the downwind side, where ash and small rocks may be carried over long distances.– NNN-NHK
