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Was October 22, 2026 a volcano erupting?

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YES

Yes — someone's volcano is always erupting, and today Whakaari/White Island in New Zealand is venting ash.

Why
  • Whakaari/White Island, NZ: ash eruption continues, alert level raised 21 Oct
  • Kilauea is paused since 17 Oct; next fountaining forecast 28 Oct-5 Nov
  • Stromboli, Etna, Fuego and Sakurajima all reporting ongoing activity

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