Stromboli, the 'lighthouse of the Mediterranean', is known for its low-energy but persistent explosive eruptions, behaviour that is known scientifically as Strombolian activity. Occasionally, however, more intense and sudden explosions occur, most recently in July and August last year (2019). These are known as 'Strombolian paroxysms'. During such events several of Stromboli's craters are active simultaneously and much greater volumes of pyroclastic materials are erupted than is usual for the volcano. [1] Old erruptions. New explosions. Predicting the future. Through viewing the past. A past whispering gently in your ear. "There is nothing to predict. But the things you do". Sleeping man. Watching the eruption. Can you smell death? Waking up. Predicting the past. It is the only way to dream of flowers as long as this morning lasts...
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