Volcano-eruption predictions still a tough challenge for government

The central government has increased personnel and strengthened monitoring but is still struggling to predict eruptions among ...

Mt. Aso erupts, sending volcanic smoke to 3,500 meters in sky

Mount Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture erupted shortly before noon on Oct. 20, sending a massive plume of dark volcanic smoke up to 3,500 meters high.
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Japan raises Mount Aso eruption alert to Level 3 amid increased volcanic activity

Japan has raised the volcanic alert level for Mount Aso in Kumamoto Prefecture from Level 2 to Level 3 following a sharp ...
The Straits Times

Volcanic alert level raised for Mount Aso in Japan’s Kumamoto; no links to July quake

TOKYO - Japan’s weather agency on Aug 14 raised the volcanic alert level for Mount Aso in Kumamoto prefecture on Kyushu Island to 3 on a five-point scale, calling for entry restrictions to the ...
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Mount Aso Volcano: Japan's Largest Active Caldera Awaits

On April 22, 2026, Mount Aso's steam vents puff dramatically against spring skies, inviting adventurers to Japan's mightiest volcano. Known internationally as Mount Aso Volcano and locally as Aso-san, ...

Wreckage found near volcanic crater after sightseeing helicopter goes missing on 3rd flight of the day

Firefighters also received an emergency notification, possibly from one of the passengers’ smartphones ...
Yahoo

3 Bodies Found on Volcano's Crater 4 Weeks After Sightseeing Helicopter Crashed at Tourist Attraction

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. PEOPLE has reached out to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency (FDMA) and the National Police Agency, but didn't immediately ...