SMRTR Science & EngineeringNov 24, 2025Scientific American

Hayli Gubbi Volcano Erupts in Ethiopia for First Time in More Than 12,000 Years

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Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted Sunday for the first time in over 12,000 years, sending ash nine miles into the sky in an unusually explosive display for a shield volcano typically known for gentle lava flows. The eruption occurred after nearby volcanic activity and underground magma movement, prompting scientists to collect samples that may reveal whether the volcano was truly dormant for millennia.

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