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Volcano Flat Tolbachik in Kamchatka, which woke up after after 36 years of rest, is gaining strength. He is assigned the highest, red, aviation hazard code. “There is a danger of ash emissions above 10 kilometers above sea level. Aerosol and ash plumes can be dangerous for flights on international and local airlines, “the statement said. Kamchatka Volcanic Eruption Response Group (KVERT). As volcanologists explained, two were discovered on Tolbachinsky Dol cracks – the first about 4 – 5 km south of the flat volcano Tolbachik, and the second is 6 – 7 km from it. “A strong hum is heard from sides of the volcano in the villages of Kozyrevsk, Mayskoye and Klyuchi. Is observed vibration of window panes, electrical wires and water in water bodies “, – experts added. Eruption of a volcano related to Kluchevskoy group, began on November 27. On the eve of the outskirts of the village Mayskoye, located 50 km from the volcano, was discovered volcanic ash fallen at night. Residential buildings, homes, and socially significant objects did not fall under the influence of ash. The volcano an orange aviation hazard code has been assigned. GU Ministry of Emergency Situations for Kamchatka Territory recommended aircraft flying over the center peninsulas, change routes. In the active stage, Flat Volcano Tolbachik with a height of 3.1 thousand meters is rarely found. Since 1740, when began observing the volcano, it recorded ten eruptions, of which four are strong. The last eruption of the Flat Tolbachik occurred in 1975 – 1976. Total to Klyuchevskaya The group includes 14 volcanoes, among which three are active – Flat Tolbachik, Klyuchevskaya Sopka and Bezymyannaya Sopka.
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