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Ethiopia Volcano Eruption Sends Ash Toward India
The Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia’s Afar region erupted after a long period of dormancy, releasing a large ash and sulfur-dioxide plume. Meteorological tracking shows the plume drifting across the Red Sea toward Yemen and Oman before reaching parts of northwest India, including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi-NCR, Haryana and Punjab. Aviation authorities in India issued alerts to airlines, leading to rerouting of several flights to avoid ash-affected altitudes.
Limited Impact On Ground-Level Air
According to weather agencies, the ash is concentrated at high altitudes, generally between 15,000 and 45,000 feet. Experts say the eruption is unlikely to affect surface-level air quality in India, though high-altitude regions such as the Himalayas and the Terai belt may temporarily experience hazier skies. The India Meteorological Department expects the plume to clear Indian airspace by Tuesday evening.
Situation In Ethiopia
Local communities near the volcano, including Afdera, reported ash deposits across grazing areas and homes. No casualties have been reported. Authorities continue to monitor seismic activity and air-quality changes in the region.
