Mt Semeru to Hayli Gubbi: Is the world seeing more volcanic eruptions? Explained

Recent major volcanic eruptions in Indonesia and Ethiopia have sparked questions about increasing activity. However, experts state there’s no evidence of a global rise, attributing perceived increases to better monitoring and reporting. Historical data shows fluctuations, with periods of conflict disrupting documentation. Around 1,350 potentially active volcanoes exist globally, many along the Pacific’s Ring of Fire.