La Palma Volcanic Eruption

Faults that caused La Palma eruption identified

Researchers have identified two active tectonic faults on the Canary Island of La Palma named Tazacorte and Mazo. These faults were instrumental in the 2021 Cumbre Vieja eruption, creating Tajogaite volcano. The study, published in Applied Sciences, reveals over 300 […] La Palma News – ERN News – English Radio News across Spain…


First property on lava flow approved in La Palma

Planning permission for the first building to be constructed on one of the lava flows whiche erupted just under two years ago on La Palma has been granted. The Ayuntamiento de Los Llanos de Aridane approved the construction of a […] La Palma News – ERN News – English Radio News across Spain…


First death from La Palma volcano confirmed in court hearing

A court hearing on the Canarian island of La Palma has confirmed the first death directly related to the Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption in 2021. During the coroner hearing, it was confirmed that a post-mortem examination found that the 72-year-old […] La Palma News – ERN News – English Radio News across Spain…


Events mark first anniversary of La Palma volcano

Events are being held on the island of La Palma today to mark the first anniversary of the eruption of the Cumbre Vieja volcano. Works to restore essential infrastructure on the island continues, with roads being restored to allow work […] La Palma News – ERN News – English Radio News across Spain…