“Zombie” volcano in Iran showing new signs of activity 710,000 years after its last eruption The Taftan volcano, previously thought to be extinct, has been reclassified as dormant and potentially hazardous after showing new signs of activity. Scientific data revealed a significant ground uplift of 3.5 inches at the summit over 10 months, indicating pressure is building from hot fluids, gases or magma beneath the surface. The volcano is emitting large quantities of toxic gases, including an average of 20 tons of sulfur dioxide per day, further signaling renewed internal activity. Researchers have issued a “wake-up call” for authorities to increase monitoring…

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