A volcanic explosion started in Papua New Guinea, Flights Diverted

A volcanic explosion started in Papua New Guinea, Flights Diverted

A volcanic explosion started in Papua New Guinea. Image Courtesy – http://news.nationalgeographic.com

The explosion started on Friday ejecting smoke and ash in very high altitude in Papua New Guinea diverted some aircraft to change their flight paths.

A news bulletin from the Rabaul Volcanological Observatory told that Mount Tavurvur, which was situated on the East New Britain Island started volcanic explosion a few hours before dawn. Since there have been no reports of injuries.

David Flinn, a local resident reported the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that the volcano occasionally exploded and was emitting steam and ashes. The surrounding areas have been covered by the ash with half an inch layer.

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