Ecuador's Tungurahua Volcano Very Active

Ecuador's Tungurahua volcano registers 50 explosions in 24 hours (ReliefWeb): "The Tungurahua volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in Ecuador, started its second activity peak this May since the eruption process began in August 1999.

It is now experiencing "shivers": constant tremors inside the crater's bed. The agency's volcanologists have observed constant emissions of gas, ash and water vapor that is forming a cloud around 1 km above the volcano's crater."

Known as the Black Giant, Tungurahua, near Baños is an active stratovolcano with a 600 ft. (183 m) wide crater. It's easily climbed and an attraction to the region.

Residents of the area have evacuated their homes and visitors discouraged until the volcano settles down. Read about the Volcanos of Ecuador.