Chaiten volcano images

05 May 2009

Images to accompany the news release 'Ash study shows past eruptions 'underestimated''

Caption: The craggy lava dome of Chaiten volcano in January 2009, showing extensive steam plumes, with damage to the temperate rain forest visible in the foreground. Credit: Oxford University.

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Caption: The white steam plume rising from the far side of the active lava dome, Chaiten. Credit: Oxford University.

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Caption: Ash and steam rising from the Chaiten lava dome, shortly after a small earthquake. Credit: Oxford University.

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