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Last updated: January 2026

Dr John Seach, volcanologist and volcano adventurer

Volcano News - Adventure Travel - Photography - Film and Television Production
40 years of volcano adventures
26 years on the Internet: 2000-2026
The world's first volcano news and volcano travel website

Volcano Live is an educational resource providing the latest information on active volcanoes worldwide, produced by volcanologist Dr John Seach. Volcanoes are Earth's most dynamic and spectacular natural phenomena. On average, 20 volcanoes erupt daily. Dr Seach monitors global activity and shares insights, photos, and updates with the international community.

Dr John Seach at summit of Mt Etna volcano during lava fountain, Italy
Dr John Seach at Mt Etna Volcano, Italy

Stromboli volcano village and cone at dusk, Aeolian Islands, Italy
Stromboli volcano, Italy

Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone caldera, USA
Yellowstone volcano, USA

Tavurvur cone erupting at Rabaul caldera, Papua New Guinea
Rabaul volcano, Papua New Guinea

Hot springs and geothermal area at Reporoa volcano, New Zealand
Reporoa volcano, New Zealand

Strombolian explosion at Yasur volcano crater, Vanuatu - Dr John Seach
Yasur volcano, Vanuatu

Ash plume and pyroclastic flow at Sinabung volcano, Sumatra, Indonesia
Sinabung volcano, Sumatra, Indonesia

Risks of Visiting Active Volcanoes
Safety cannot be guaranteed near active volcanoes. Eruptions can occur without warning. Visiting requires careful risk assessment. Witnessing an eruption is one of nature's greatest spectacles, but approach with knowledge and respect for the dangers.

Volcanoes of the World
Over 1,500 volcanoes have erupted in the last 10,000 years and remain potentially active.
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40 Years of Volcano Adventures

Dr John Seach is a volcanologist and adventure traveler with over 40 years of experience. He has visited more than 200 volcanoes worldwide and witnessed countless eruptions.
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Adventure Tours

Dr John Seach leads unique expeditions to the world's most active volcanoes.
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Film and Television

Dr John Seach provides professional volcano filming services to the global media industry, capturing the world's most dramatic eruptions.
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