IZU, Sep 19 (News On Japan) –
The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued an eruption alert for Sumisu Island within the Izu Islands, following the detection of discolored water in July.
According to the Meteorological Agency, on the 18th, an aerial survey performed by the Japan Coast Guard confirmed a discolored water space stretching roughly 1,800 meters from the northwest to the north coast of Sumisu Island.
In July, an analogous discolored water space had been confirmed extending about 300 meters from the island’s east coast. The latest remark marks a continuation of the July anomaly, with the discolored space increasing, prompting the company to challenge the eruption alert at 11:00 a.m. on the 18th.
Authorities are warning of potential underwater volcanic exercise across the island, in addition to the potential for floating particles similar to pumice ensuing from the eruption.
This is the primary time an eruption alert has been issued for Sumisu Island since observations started.
Additionally, the Japan Coast Guard has issued a navigation warning for close by waters, urging ships within the space to train warning.
Source: ANN