Volcano erupts on Reunion: tourists evacuated

Powerful eruption on Reunion Island: tourists urgently evacuated

According to local authorities, the following people were promptly evacuated from the danger zone 87 tourists, who were near the summit. There were no injuries, but access to the area of the volcano completely prohibited for security reasons.

This is the second eruption in a year

The Piton de la Fournese is among the of the most active volcanoes on the planet, and the current eruption has already second in 2026.
Such activity forces the authorities to constantly monitor the situation and restrict tourist routes.

Is there a threat to the public

Currently, there is no threat to the settlements. Lava flows are moving within the safe zone, but experts continue to round-the-clock monitoring due to a possible change in activity.

Why this volcano attracts the world's attention

The Piton de la Fournese is known for frequent but relatively predictable eruptions, making it a popular destination:

• one of the most studied volcanoes in the world;

• is a popular tourist destination;

• an important object for research on climate change and geological processes.

A new eruption has once again attracted attention of international scientists and the tourism community.