Richard Robertson, head scientist at the University of West Indies Seismic Research Center, said the volcanic eruption could continue for some time.
The ash scattered around after the volcanic eruption in St. Vincent. AFP
Volcano eruption in Saint Vincent: The loud sound of the eruption has been heard for the third consecutive day at La Soufriere volcano on the island of East Caribbean in St. Vincent. The entire area has been wrapped in a sheet of ash from the volcanic ash. Many houses have also been damaged due to this. Because of the non-stop of the explosion, the scared people have left their homes and gone to safe places.
Residents of the area reported lightning several times in the morning. However, the authorities restored power at many places till noon. Following the incident of lava erupting from La Soufriar volcano, many people left their homes on Friday and the remaining people took refuge in a safe place on Sunday. The sound of thunder from the volcano was also heard in the capital of Kingstown, about 32 kilometers south. (Volcano eruption in St. Vincent)
Explosions may continue now
Richard Robertson, head scientist at the University of West Indies Seismic Research Center, said that the volcanic eruption could continue for some time. Robertson said, “After some time it will calm down. Hopefully we will get some time in which we can improve things a bit. However, if the volcano erupts again, it will not be surprising. Alford Lewis (56), a farmer leaving his home on Sunday morning, said that the current incident is even bigger than the volcanic eruption in 1979.
1600 people were killed
In 1902, about 1,600 people died due to eruption of lava up to 1,220 meters from the volcano. St. Vincent and the Grenadines, made up of 32 islands, Prime Minister Ralph Gonzalvis appealed to the people to maintain peace and protect themselves from the corona virus. He said that the authorities are adopting a better way of removing the ash from the volcano. Around 3,200 people have taken refuge in 78 government camps and four empty vessels have been kept ready to bring people from nearby islands. More than 130 people have already been transported to St. Lucia. COVID-19 of those staying in the camp was investigated and if confirmed in the investigation, they are being sent separately. Neighboring countries including Antigua and Grenada have also offered asylum to the people.
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