Jebel at Tair Eruption

Jebel at Tair, a small volcanic island in the Red Sea, erupted late in the day on September 30, 2007. The volcano showed signs of continued activity more than a week later.
Jebel at Tair Eruption
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Jebel at Tair Eruption

Published Oct 16, 2007

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Jebel at Tair
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Jebel at Tair

On the evening of September 30, 2007, Jebel at Tair erupted, sending lava down its flanks and releasing a cloud of volcanic ash. A glowing hot spot and a faint volcanic plume suggest that, although the volcano had quieted since September 30, its activity had not completely stopped.

Published Oct 10, 2007

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Jebel at Tair Eruption
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Jebel at Tair Eruption

Published Oct 1, 2007

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