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Popocatépetl Volcano spews 138 low-intensity exhalations

In addition, two explosions were recorded yesterday.

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05/07/2016 |12:47Newsroom |
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According to the report issued by the National Center for Disaster Prevention (Cenapred), the monitoring system of Popocatépetl Volcano registered 138 low-intensity exhalations in the last 24 hours.

In addition, two explosions were recorded yesterday at 1:48 and 2:05 pm. Ash columns reached heights between 1500 m and 1200 m. Ash emissions were heading towards the west.

No reports of ash fall in nearby communities have been reported.

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During the night, incandescence was observed over the crater.

At the time of this report, continuous steam and gas emissions were observed.