Volcanic activity in Canary Islands 2021

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They recommend using FFP2 masks given the "point peaks" of sulfur at harmful thresholds
Exclusion zones and confinement are maintained

NOTICES DIARY

The Steering Committee of the Special Plan for Civil Protection and Attention to Emergencies due to Volcanic Risk of the Canary Islands (PEVOLCA), meeting this morning, agreed, based on the report of the previous Scientific Committee, to maintain the exclusion zones and confinement of the coastal neighborhoods of Tazacorte and intensify the surveillance of air quality, among other protection measures, to guarantee the health and safety of the population and those involved.

The PEVOLCA technical director during the days yesterday and today, Rubén Fernández, announced that the wash flows with some stability towards the sea following the course of the previous wash, but that the eruptive process continues to develop in the same conditions as yesterday, with some overflow points, so it is necessary to continue with access restrictions, except for emergency services and scientific personnel, in order to ensure the safety of people.


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Regarding the emission of gases, he indicated that some measurements in Tazacorte have given peaks of sulfur dioxide at specific moments that exceed the thresholds set out in the air quality regulations, for which the PEVOLCA reiterates to the population that use FFP2 masks Stay indoors and pay greater attention to vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, pregnant women and people with chronic respiratory diseases. In this regard, María José Blanco explained that the weak winds expected on the west slope will be unfavorable meteorological conditions from the point of view of air quality, since this weekend a phenomenon of thermal inversion is forecast that will not allow the dispersion of particles.

Today the community of irrigators and owners of farms located between La Bombilla and El Remo have been allowed to carry out irrigation work. These tasks have also been carried out to the north of the La Laguna mountain, where collection work has also been authorized, which will be extended tomorrow, if conditions permit, to the area between La Bombilla and El Remo.

Likewise, today the access of some residents to their homes has only been authorized for very specific and urgent matters, as well as to feed the animals with a security convoy, and always outside the exclusion area. PEVOLCA continues to constantly monitor parameters such as air quality, explosiveness and the emission of pyroclasts, among others.

Rubén Fernández pointed out that according to the latest data from the Copernicus satellite, there would be a total of 981 buildings affected, of which 855 would be totally damaged, although he recalled that these data have to be contrasted with the cadastre and municipalities and make a detailed analysis. the type of building. Regarding the sheltered, he pointed out that 186 people remain in the Fuencaliente hotel, with the support of the Spanish Red Cross. Rubén Fernández stressed the importance of not relaxing sanitary measures regarding COVID-19, that is, maintaining a safe distance and reinforcing the use of masks.

The PEVOLCA technical director thanked, on behalf of the Cabildo de La Palma and the affected municipalities, the solidarity of the people who have donated clothes or other belongings. In this regard, he pointed out that these needs are already covered and said that collaboration can continue to be made with donations through the accounts set up by the Cabildo, city councils and other official entities.

Daily opinion of the Scientific Committee

Prior to the meeting of the PEVOLCA Steering Committee, the Scientific Committee of the Plan met in which its members presented their conclusions on the evolution of the eruptive phenomenon since yesterday. This Scientific Committee is coordinated by the General Directorate of Security and Emergencies of the Government of the Canary Islands and is made up of representatives of the National Geographic Institute (IGN), Higher Council for Scientific Research (CSIC), the Canary Islands Volcanological Institute (Involcan), the Geological and Mining Institute of Spain (IGME), State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), Spanish Institute of Oceanography (IEO), University of La Laguna and University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Such conclusions were: “The fissure eruption continues to show a strombolian mechanism with an effusive prevalence for two days in the emission center of the north flank. The stream that reached the sea maintains a continuous flow towards the sea in the form of a waterfall. At the base of the cliff a lava delta is forming with a wide front that has reached the 24 m depth visible on the surface. In the contact area, clouds of water vapor and other possibly toxic gases are being produced, which are concentrated in a small area around the contact (marine plume).

Along the fronts of this active wash that has reached the sea, significant advances can be made. Although the active wash has reached the sea, the eruptive process continues its activity. The rest of the washes are practically inactive. Since this morning, the appearance of an extensive fumarolic field on the northeast flank has been observed. The eruptive process can show episodes of increased and decreased strombolian activity, as well as pulses with phreatomagmatic activity. The morphology of the cone changes repeatedly due to the successive processes of growth and reconfiguration.

The measured height of the ash and gas column today is 2500 m. The predominance of atmospheric stability continues with the presence of a marked thermal inversion (about 5 to 7 ° C). This investment is located around 1500 meters and will descend tomorrow to about 700 meters, due to the entry of a warm and dry mass in height of African origin and that may be accompanied by haze at high levels. The wind will continue from the northeast around 30-40 km / h, with strong intervals in the extreme southeast and northwest (in these areas the gusts can occasionally reach 70 km / h).

In the area near the eruption, due to the orographic effect, on the west slope, there is a predominance of breezes according to the diurnal cycle (sea-land direction during the day and vice versa at night). Between 1500 - 5000 meters, the east to southeast component will predominate with intensities between 25 - 35 km / h. The previously described wind configuration will dispose the ash cloud and SO2 towards the north-northwest from the eruption area, mainly affecting the west slope of La Palma. The high stability in the lower layers of the troposphere, together with the weak winds on the west slope, will be unfavorable meteorological conditions from the point of view of air quality.

Low probability of light rain in the north and east, for the day today. Seismicity continues to be located, mainly, close to the seismicity of the first days, at depths greater than 10 km. In the last 24 h, a few dozen earthquakes have been located, the largest of 3.3 mbLg, felt with intensity II EMS. Some shallow earthquakes are also recorded around the eruptive center. The tremor remains stable at medium levels. Some seismic stations near the lava delta register a high frequency tremor. The deformations show a stable pattern. The estimation of the rate of emission of sulfur dioxide (SO2) into the atmosphere by this eruptive process yesterday continues to register relatively high values ​​in line with the eruptive process, reaching values ​​of 7149 tons per day.

The daily threshold for particles below 10 microns (PM10) established according to current air quality regulations (50 μg / m3), was exceeded yesterday at the Los Llanos mobile station. This daily exceedance does not mean, for now, that air quality limits for health are exceeded, but it is recommended to continue with the precautionary measures established in yesterday's report. During this day, the values ​​of PM10 and PM2.5 particles are decreasing in the set of stations, compared to previous days effect .

Regarding sulfur dioxide (SO2), in the measurement booth located in Tazacorte, high and very high values ​​are being measured for several consecutive hours, reaching over 500 ug / m3 in the hourly average of 8:00. At the moment, hourly values ​​higher than 300 ug / m3 are being measured at said station. At the station located in Los Llanos, an increase in the concentration of sulfur dioxide has been observed since last morning, reaching values ​​around 100 ug / m3 from that moment. This does not mean that the hourly limit values ​​are exceeded, but if you continue in this way, the daily limit value could be exceeded. The smell of "rotten eggs" reported by some citizens in Los Llanos de Aridane, is due to hydrogen sulfide in the air. This values,

The smell of “rotten eggs” and the increase in SO2 is due to the affection of the volcanic plume in the area. With respect to the rest of the stations located on La Palma, the SO2 values ​​are low and do not present a problem at this time. The marine plume generated by the encounter of the lava with the sea should not be underestimated, but it should not cause alarm either. It is suggested to pay close attention to the forecast of the wind to monitor the possible changes of direction of the plume and act accordingly.

Emergency services working within 1 km of the delta should wear goggles and gas masks. Eye flushing is also recommended after any exposure, as symptoms are often not noticed until later. These marine plumes can be felt up to several kilometers away from the source, although of course more diluted. If the marine plume were to reach population centers, it would be very beneficial to stay indoors whenever possible and close all doors and windows.

We believe that careful management of plume exposure can be achieved, rather than the need to expand the exclusion zone. Those with weakened respiratory systems (eg asthmatics) should pay close attention to plume forecasts as they are more vulnerable at lower concentrations. To avoid the possible effect of these facts on the safety of the navigation of BO Ramón Margalef that carries out its scientific work in this area, it is recommended to maintain a distance of at least 500 m.

Given the large thicknesses of lava flow observed in some points, collapses of its face can occur which, in steeper areas, can lead to the formation of large fragments of lava flow, which can detach from the face of the wash and that sudden reaching distances of several meters from the pouring face, depending on the topography. Also in steep areas, small pyroclastic flows can occur.

A 2.5 km exclusion radius around emission centers is recommended to minimize the risk of pyroclastic impact and exposure to gases. It is also recommended not to approach the lava flows due to the risk of being exposed to the gases emitted, possible landslides and high temperatures. It is possible that some violent detonations could break the glass of the windows, up to a radius of 5 km from the cone.

Therefore, in case of intensification of explosive activity, it is recommended to stay away from windows. In areas affected by intense ash fall (a clear deposition on the ground is observed) and even more so if mist is observed, it is recommended to stay indoors. Outdoors, the use of FFP2 masks and eye protection systems is also recommended. Before the arrival of ashes to other islands, it is recommended in those affected, the use of surgical masks.

It is recommended to clean roofs where ash thicknesses of several centimeters accumulate. It is insisted that the ash removal procedure indicated by Civil Protection be followed precisely (moisten ash, eye protection, wear a mask, protect the skin, ..., see attached documentation). Respect for the land and maritime exclusion zones remains imperative in order to maintain the physical integrity of people. Continuous monitoring of activity has been strengthened and any significant changes observed will be reported. Stay tuned to the information provided by the corresponding Civil Protection authorities ”.


https://diariodeavisos.elespanol.com/202...ign=579538

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This photo was taken this morning  from my TV the eruption is relentless to me it seems to be getting stronger day by day.    

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On this photo there looks to be a new lava flow jyst in front of the line of trees lower down.

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A new wash appears from the back of the secondary cone
During the afternoon the activity with more explosions has increased and there has also been an increase in seismicity


A new lava flow has erupted tonight from the La Palma volcano. The seismologist Itahiza Domínguez has announced that this wash has appeared at the rear of the secondary cone of the eruption.

The eruptive process has not ceased this Thursday, the lava flows into the sea in a continuous flow that has already formed a delta 500 meters wide and 40 meters high. Until now, the rest of the flows have been inactive, allowing farmers to access their crops to water and pick fruit.


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M4.0  Earthquake in Fuencaliente
The tremor was registered at 9:31 p.m. this Thursday at a depth of 15 kilometers


The seismic swarm continues in the municipality of Fuencaliente, which registered at 9:31 p.m. an Earthquake of 4 degrees at a depth of 15 kilometers. The Earthquake has been located by the National Geographic Institute (IGN) at latitude 28.5322 and longitude -17.8543.

FOOTNOTE HAS NOW BEEN DOWNGRADED TO A M3.5


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The comments below are in response to comment from an Islander to Mike Hayward who has worked with Enrique in the past and is working with him now they are both reporting on what is happening on La Palma and by showing graphs movements reports etc etc they back up everything they write . Some islanders are not liking this because they are watching Canarian TV and reports from IGN which may contradict what is reported on Volcanes y ciencia hoy .




''Good morning first place. second I continue to help Enrique because it will complicate the situation. Leaving said last night I was about to drop all of this but some people don't think like others that have a snarky tone doesn't mean I'm enjoying last night was 2 am and I was answering messages from people who were scared. I say one thing to your leaders don't fall their faces of shame?, as that says they go out nor the antipodows will serve them to hide, yesterday on TVC sweet Canary... interviewed a person from tourism they had warned the travel agencies that they were not a good time to travel because they had to know the situation and felt safe about the evolution of the volcano and what? , the days before the eruption everyone knew this even before the summer that this year did not pass into sight that they had no emergency plans and went from yellow to red without going through orange, making an orange on deck evacuating orange in yellow when the shooting Earthquake occurred hours before the airspace from Aena closed hours before meanwhile the inhabitants of La Palma watching them coming that little shame.... that's enjoying. since childhood this was my life the volcanoes the earthquakes and I do not like this anything what is happening rather I have anxiety the NATURE is the one who really knows what she is going to do... no gadgets or anything she.

Right now we have several VT movements whether they're gases from contacting water with magma, those movements you're feeling will be increasing in the next few hours and days, as it was given in the first eruption you can highlight an increase in tremor along the early morning and even locating those 4.0 3.3 3.2. very superficial and it is as well known Enrique and I as the pica pica or pylon hammer since those moves along with the VT (Volcano Tectonic) Hybrids and harmonicos are those who help more and more to climb to the surface, and could come that day when it does in advance you possible steps that will take the volcano through low-frequency movements (MIK3) OS ASSURE SOME, WE JUST WANT TO REPORT I HAVE NOTHING AGAINST YOU, OR I AM JOYED BY WHAT YOU ARE, HAPPENING BUT WE HAVE NO BLAME THAT AFTER ALMOST 4 YEARS ASKING FOR THAT TRAINING ARE AS YOU ARE, THEY ARE THE GUILTY OUR OBJ3TIVE 3 S COUNT WHAT NO S3 V3. (MIK3) OCDD IS ANYONE OUT THERE

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Marion Torres
Mike Hayward muxjas thanks for reporting and you are absolutely right. Officers have always stopped reporting well and if it came notices or went wrong. Or they weren't coming. We're used to it. But in this case here we talk about human lives of our neighbors and this is sacred. They can't be in danger and I'm very sorry they have to live this hell daily. Thanks again and keep it up please

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Mike Hayward
A big hug friend. 🌋😊


Susana Mencia Martin
Mike Hayward glad you're still here 😊 I personally like how you talk. Sometimes you may seem rude, but I think, it's my perception that when you talk like that it's because you also get scared of what might happen and ***** you off... but keep it up don't change you're the only ones who say things as they are. A hug 😊


Jose Maria Rolo Peña
I totally trust these studies and predictions, because they are well hired, congratulations, I hope the authorities take them into account

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Infinite thanks ❤️🙌
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Sven Schmidt
Mike Hayward thank you so much for reporting 😀, you put your heart into what you do and it shows. If they criticize you the ways, maybe it's because they can't rebut your data. They want to withhold or conceal information, whoever reports will be deleted, belittled until insulted. People can misunderstand sometimes a post, more with the feeling and heart you put in. But by little reading a few posts of yours will understand that there is no sarcasm in your words. You do the work that official sources don't want to do, without Enrique and you could pass a catastrophe in human lives. Journalists already quote you as a reliable source when reporting. 👏👏👏👏👏👏


Now a M2.2 at only 6km depth the magma is slowly finding a way out.

2.2 mbLg NW FUENCALIENTE DE LA PALMA.IL 2021/10/01 08:20:16 6 + info

The swarm is continuing Fuencaliente all can be viewed on the link below.

http://www.ign.es/web/resources/volcanol..._KxSOqQ0A8

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The earthquakes are once again noticeable in Mazo and Fuencaliente
They locate one of magnitude 3.5 and six between 2.3 and 2.6 during the night

The National Geographic Institute (IGN) has reported that at 9:30 p.m. on Thursday a seismic movement of magnitude 3.5 on the Richter scale was located in the Palma municipality of Mazo, 13 kilometers deep, which has been followed by another six earthquakes .

This Earthquake was located after the same thing happened at 7:50 p.m. on Thursday with a magnitude 3.4 seismic movement in Fuencaliente, and also at a depth of 13 kilometers.


Since then and until 06.50 am this Friday, the National Geographic Institute has located another six seismic movements on La Palma, with magnitudes between 2.3 and 2.6, four of them in the municipality of Mazo and two in Fuencaliente, and at depths of between 11 and 19 kilometers.


UPDATE SINCE THIS WAS PRINTED THERE HAS BEEN A M2.2 AT ONLY 6KM DEPTH

https://diariodeavisos.elespanol.com/202...ign=579588