A volcanic eruption occurred in Ethiopia’s central Mount Dofan area, part of the Afar region, following weeks of frequent tremors, local media reported on Friday.
The Awash Fentale region, located approximately 230 kilometers (142 miles) from the capital Addis Ababa, has experienced over a dozen minor earthquakes recently, with some tremors felt as far as the capital. This has raised fears of a potential larger disaster.
Authorities are working to mitigate risks by relocating residents from high-risk areas to safer locations, according to Regional Administrator Abdu Ali, who noted the intensifying power of the tremors, including one felt in Addis Ababa overnight.
Efforts to monitor and manage the situation continue as concerns grow over the impact of the seismic activity on the affected communities.