New islands appear in Tonga after the volcanic eruption

A new island has just been formed in the Pacific after a volcanic eruption in the waters of the island nation of Tonga.

Although scientists say the new island may soon sink into the sea, it still attracts attention by "interesting" and "spectacular" levels.

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New island in Tonga after volcanic eruption - (Photo: Twitter / RT)

The new island - still unnamed, lies above sea level of about 100 meters with an area of ​​about 1.5 km x 1.8 km. It was born after nearly a month of volcanic eruptions in the sea, about 65km northwest of Tonga's capital Nukualofa.

Due to the volcanic eruption, there were times when every international flight to and from Tonga was canceled for safety reasons.

"Interestingly, you can see a newly born island. It is quite spectacular, only there is no noise, no explosion," said Nico Fournier, a New Zealand volcanic expert. Jan. 21 posted.

Many netizens are also very excited and share many pictures of the new island.

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New island volcanic eruptions are shared on social networks - (Photo: Twitter / RT)

Shoot the spectacular eruption of Mexico volcano

In Mexico, Colima - one of the most dangerous volcanoes in Central America, on January 21, sprayed a column of ash as high as 9km. The volcanic ash was then blown away by the wind throughout the state of Colima and Jalisco, but it did not endanger the people.

The image of this intense and spectacular eruption was recorded by the camera and released online. Local officials urged people not to panic even though the volcanic eruption created gray ash clouds in the sky.


The spectacular eruption of Colima volcano, Mexico on January 21 - (Source: YouTube)

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Colima is one of the most active volcanoes in Mexico - Photo: RT

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Image of the violent eruption of volcanoColima on January 21 - (Photo: RT)