Global Volcanic Activity Update: Ongoing Eruptions and Alerts – April 30, 2026
Volcanic activity remains elevated across several regions globally, with ongoing eruptions and heightened alert levels at volcanoes in Indonesia, the Philippines, Mexico, Guatemala and Vanuatu. Monitoring agencies continue to issue advisories and warnings to aviation and local populations as volcanic ash plumes and potential lava flows pose ongoing hazards. This report summarizes the latest updates as of April 30, 2026, based on available data from volcanic observatories and ash advisory centers.
Indonesia: Continued Activity at Ibu and Semeru
Explosive activity continues at Ibu Volcano on Halmahera Island. The Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) Darwin reported on April 28, 2026, that a volcanic ash plume rose to an estimated altitude of 7,000 feet (2,100 meters) above flight level 070, moving westward at 10 knots. Volcano Discovery reported this activity.
Semeru Volcano in East Java also remains active. VAAC Darwin issued a report on April 28, 2026, noting a volcanic ash eruption from the ground at 00:10Z. Volcano Discovery provides ongoing updates.
Philippines: Eruptions at Canlaon and Mayon
The Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Tokyo (VAAC) reported an eruption at Canlaon Volcano in the Central Philippines on April 28, 2026, at 10:50Z. Volcano Discovery details the event. An eruption was also reported at Mayon Volcano on Luzon Island on April 28, 2026, at 17:00Z, as reported by the VAAC Tokyo. Volcano Discovery provides further information.
Other Notable Volcanic Activity
Dukono Volcano (Halmahera, Indonesia) continues to exhibit explosive activity, with a volcanic ash plume reaching an estimated 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) on April 28, 2026. Volcano Discovery reports the plume is moving westward at 10 knots.
Aoba Volcano (Vanuatu) has shown signs of increased activity, with a new lava flow beginning within the summit crater in early April 2026. Satellite imagery indicates a strong thermal anomaly and steam-laden plumes with minor ash emissions. Volcano Discovery is tracking the situation.
Popocatépetl Volcano (Central Mexico) continues to exhibit occasional volcanic emissions, as reported by the Volcanic Ash Advisory Center Washington (VAAC). Volcano Discovery provides updates.
Santiaguito Volcano (Guatemala) is also experiencing ongoing explosive activity. Volcano Discovery is monitoring the situation.
Disclaimer
This information is based on the latest reports from volcanic observatories and ash advisory centers as of April 30, 2026. Volcanic activity can change rapidly. For the most up-to-date information, please consult official sources.