Volcanic activity increases beneath Mount Ruapehu

Monday 3 August 2026 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 4 Aug, 9:20am

Scientists are monitoring Mount Ruapehu after a gradual increase in volcanic tremor was detected since 22 July. The volcano is in a state of minor unrest, with tremor levels rising from weak to moderate. Volcanic Alert Level 1 and a green aviation code remain in place.

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1. 1News via RNZMon 3 Aug, 5:23pm

   'Possible early warning' – Volcanic activity rises under Mt Ruapehu (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldMon 3 Aug, 7:26pm

   Mt Ruapehu tremor rises to moderate level as scientists monitor volcano (opens in new tab)

3. Waikato Times via RNZTue 4 Aug, 9:20am

   'A possible early warning signal' - volcanic activity increases beneath Mt Ruapehu (opens in new tab)

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