Satellites Capture Russia's Shivelyuch Volcano Melting Snow Amid Ongoing Volcanic Activity
Recent satellite images have revealed that Russia's Shivelyuch volcano is actively melting snow from the inside out due to volcanic heat. The images, captured by the Landsat 9 satellite, show dark channels of ash and volcanic debris cutting through the snowy slopes of the volcano, located on the Kamchatka Peninsula. Shivelyuch is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, known for its near-constant activity. The volcano's growing lava dome and frequent pyroclastic flows contribute to the melting snow, as these flows leave behind deposits that retain heat for extended periods. 
