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Adjacent Erupting Volcanoes - John Seach
It is possible for volcanoes next to each other to erupt at the same time. Volcanoes are related in a geological sense, because they are caused by regional tectonic movements.
In July and August 2008, three closely spaced volcanoes erupted simultaneously in Alaksa (Kasatochi, Okmok and Cleveland).
Below are some examples of adjacent volcanoes erupting simultaneously.
Volcanoes |
Location |
Year |
Ambrym and Lopevi |
Vanuatu |
2001, 2002 |
Kilauea and Mauna Loa |
Hawaii |
1984 |
Arenales and Lautaro |
Chile |
1979 |
Nyiragongo and Nyamuragira |
D.R. Congo |
1977 |
Gaua and Suretamatai |
Vanautu |
1965 |
East Epi and Lopevi |
Vanuatu |
1960 |