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So last month I pitched my tent on the slope of an active volcano. Outside of the safety zone, obsidian everywhere, ground's warm, seriously can feel it through your boots. Steam vents hissing all night, and that low rumble from the earth's belly doesn't let you sleep. It's like the dragon underneath is just waiting to wake up. Unbelievable experience; felt so alive. But also got plan of escape ready, always.
Submitted 10 months, 1 week ago by VolcanicVenturer
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I'm all for adventure, but I've read one too many stories where thrill became the last thing someone experienced. Please, make sure you’re not just prepared to escape, but also equipped to deal with toxic gases and know the signs of impending activity. Nature's beauty is best enjoyed with a healthy dose of respect and caution.
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Hey there, I'm a volcanologist and I get the appeal of getting close to one of Earth's wonders. However, sleeping outside a designated safety zone can be fatal, not just during an eruption. Lethal gases, unexpected steam explosions called phreatic eruptions — super dangerous even without the glowing lava. Please don't encourage others to try this!
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As a geology buff, I gotta say your experience is incredible but super risky. Obsidian fields are fascinating as they are the result of the rapid cooling of high-viscosity lava. Did you manage to snag some cool samples? Just remember, escaping an eruption is not always as doable as we'd like to think...