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View in browser Visit website Contact us Support us Daily News Update Reduced power of eruption, but new cracks may be appearing within Grindavik, Iceland A day after a new volcanic eruption started near the evacuated city of Grindavik, Iceland, authorities are reporting a reduced flow of lava. While it's unclear how long the eruption will last, they warn new cracks may be appearing on the surface within the city in the next few days. Source 2024-01-15 Destructive winds, severe flooding as Tropical Cyclone "Belal" makes a direct hit on Reunion The eye of Tropical Cyclone "Belal" passed over the northern part of Reunion Island (population 870 000), shortly after 06:00 UTC on January 15, 2024, with maximum sustained winds of 148 km/h (92 mph), and gusts to 213 km/h (132 mph). Source 2024-01-15 Severe floods and landslides hit Rio de Janeiro, claiming 11 lives, Brazil At least 11 people have died in Rio de Janeiro after a month's worth of rain hit parts of the city, turning roads into raging rivers, the fire department confirmed on Sunday, January 15, 2024. The northern parts of the city were particularly affected, with incidents of landslides, drownings, and electrocutions reported. Source 2024-01-15 Eruption inside Benbow crater, Alert Level for Ambrym volcano raised to 3, Vanuatu The Ambrym volcano in Vanuatu has transitioned from minor unrest to a minor eruption state over the weekend, leading authorities to raise the Volcanic Alert Level from 1 to 3 on January 14, 2024. The eruption is occurring inside the Benbow crater, with a designated Danger Zone B extending approximately 2 km (1.2 miles) around Benbow and 4 km (2.4 miles) around Marum craters. Source 2024-01-15 Share with your friends and family: Thank you! This daily newsletter service is provided ad-free by our supporters. Become a supporter The Watchers 10685-B Hazelhurst DR#24593, Houston United States You received this email because you signed up or asked us to place you on our daily news update email list.  This is a free service.  You can unsubscribe whenever you want. Unsubscribe