| Event: | VO Volcano |
| Number: | 2026-000035 |
| Country: | VUT Vanuatu |
| Location: | Penama Province (South Ambae, Ward 2 and 3) |
| Date (YMD): | 2026-2-23 |
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| Information Source: | Vanuatu Red Cross Society |
| Comments: | Ambae Island remains an active volcanic environment due to ongoing activity at Manaro Voui. Increased volcanic activity was observed in early 2026, with reports of gas emissions, ashfall, and environmental impacts affecting surrounding communities.
On 19 February 2026, the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards Department (VMGD) reported increased volcanic activity, including gas emissions and dark plumes from the vent. On 23rd February 2026, the volcanic alert level was raised to Level 3 (Minor Eruption), indicating increased activity but with impacts largely localised.
At present, the volcanic activity remains confined within Lake Voui at the summit crater. While the immediate danger zone is limited to the summit area, ashfall has already been reported in several communities on Ambae.
Volcanic ash and gas emissions are already affecting surrounding communities. Ashfall has been reported in several parts of Ambae, particularly in the southern and south-eastern areas located downwind of the volcano. |
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