Sakurajima volcano in southern Japan issued before dawn on November 16, creating a column of ash and smoke up to 4,400m high, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.
This is one of the most active volcanoes in the country and the latest event took place while the Kagoshima area continued to record many consecutive outbreaks. Local authorities said no damage had been reported.
The Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts that volcanic ash will fall on part of Kagoshima Prefecture and neighboring Miyazaki Prefecture, warning people to cover, wear shelters or masks and drive slowly when moving in areas with average ash.
The warning level for Sakurajima is maintained at level 3 on a 5-level scale, meaning access to volcanic areas is limited.
Monitoring activities show that the volcano continues to erode many times a day, increasing the risk of affecting the lives of people living near the area affected by ash and dust. The local government said it is still closely monitoring the developments to ensure safety.
