Chile’s Chaitén Volcano remained active in mid-December 2008, releasing plumes of ash and/or steam
Atmosphere Land Volcanoes
In early 2009, Chaitén Volcano continued its months-long period of unrest. On January 19, 2009, the volcano experienced an explosive dome collaps.
Volcanoes
In January 2009, an explosive dome collapse occurred at Chaitén Volcano, and ash and steam eruptions were visible from space.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Land Volcanoes
Image of the Day Land Volcanoes