The Italian supervolcano of the Flégreosi Fields, in Italy, is close to erupting according to experts believe the University of College London. His research shows that the boiler, 13 kilometers wide, has been "making noise" for almost 70 years; It seems to be times of inflation and deflation, which makes the overlying crust enormously tighten, keeping the magma trapped underground.
Earlier it was believed that the energy "used" to stretch the bark was lost during each deflation but, according to the study of the, has accumulated over time, without dissipating.
"By studying how the soil cracks and the ground moves, we believe that Phlegrean Fields may be approaching a critical stage by increasing the likelihood of a rash," says Christopher Kilburn, lead author of the study. "It is imperative that the authorities prepare for this," he adds.
Although it is very complicated to specify a rash on a timeline, according to the journal Nature Communications, Phlegrean Fields clearly has a tendency toward eruption, rather than remaining latent.
At least one million people live "inside" their crater, and up to six million in their area of influence. Yellowstone is, perhaps, the most famous supervolcano in the world; Although its eruption would be more dangerous, the difference between both is that the Italian is showing some activity.
Source: Nosabesnada
Translation: @arielpr
