A dormant volcano in Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula has recently come back to life after more than 400 years of inactivity. The Krasheninnikova volcano began erupting in early August 2025, capturing the attention of scientists and volcanologists worldwide.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The volcano Krasheninnikov erupted for the first time in about 500 years following ...

While earthquakes can strike unexpectedly at any time, eruptions are often preceded by signs of unrest. USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) scientists closely monitor active volcanoes in Hawaiʻi for any signs of unrest and communicate via the USGS Volcano Alert Level and Aviation Color Code .