Volcanic Activity at Popocatépetl

The towering volcano in Mexico has been erupting since January 2005, with near constant venting from fumaroles, punctuated by steam, gas, and ash emissions.
Another Puff of Ash from Popocatépetl
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Another Puff of Ash from Popocatépetl

The towering volcano has been erupting for decades, with near constant gas emissions venting from the crater punctuated by bursts of ash.

Published Jan 30, 2024

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An Outburst from Popocatépetl
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An Outburst from Popocatépetl

Ash and gas emissions continue from one of Mexico’s most active volcanoes.

Published Jan 6, 2021

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Ever Restless Popocatépetl
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Ever Restless Popocatépetl

The volcano has been erupting since January 2005, with near constant venting from fumaroles, punctuated by minor steam, gas, and ash emissions.

Published Mar 5, 2020

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Volcanic Activity at Popocatépetl
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Volcanic Activity at Popocatépetl

Volcanic activity temporarily closed the airport in Puebla.

Published Jan 28, 2016

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Volcanic Plume from Popocatépetl
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Volcanic Plume from Popocatépetl

Acquired March 7, 2013, this image shows a plume from Mexico’s Popocatépetl Volcano.

Published Mar 11, 2013

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Activity at Popocatépetl
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Activity at Popocatépetl

Satellite images show a volcanic plume spreading from one of Mexico’s most active volcanoes.

Published May 14, 2012

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Activity at Popocatépetl
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Activity at Popocatépetl

Authorities in Mexico keep a wary eye on the “smoking mountain.’

Published Apr 27, 2012

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Popocatépetl at Night
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Popocatépetl at Night

The ASTER instrument offers a view of the volcano’s heat even in the dark.

Published Apr 25, 2012

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Activity at Popocatépetl
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Activity at Popocatépetl

Popocatépetl is sending steam, gas, and ash aloft.

Published Apr 24, 2012

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Activity at Popocatépetl
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Activity at Popocatépetl

Newly vigorous activity at Popocatépetl peppers surrounding communities with ash.

Published Apr 19, 2012

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Activity at Popocatépetl
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Activity at Popocatépetl

The towering Popocatépetl volcano was emitting a faint plume of steam and gas on January 4, 2011, when this photo-like image was taken.

Published Jan 5, 2011

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Ongoing Activity at Popocatépetl
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Ongoing Activity at Popocatépetl

Steam and gas over the summit of Popocatépetl Volcano, Mexico.

Published Nov 1, 2010

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