Wandan Mud Volcano Erupts in Southern Taiwan
On Wednesday, a mud volcano erupted in Taiwan, releasing water, sediments, and gas. The eruption occurred in the Wandan area.
Local observations documented individuals throwing flaming rags into the erupting volcano. This action ignited methane gas, which was emitted during the eruption.
Geological Characteristics and Frequency
Geologist Dr. Mark Tingay characterized the Wandan mud volcano as a notable example of the geological phenomenon. Dr. Tingay stated that while the mud volcano primarily erupts from a consistent location in southern Taiwan, new eruption sites have been known to emerge several kilometers away.
The Wandan mud volcano has a documented history of 11 eruptions within the last three years.