Earth ChangesScientists warn hundreds of dormant volcanoes could soon erupt – with explosions more powerful than ever Posted on July 25, 2025 by Administrator A volcano in the throes of eruption truly is a force of nature. Molten rock, ash and gases from deep within the Earth’s mantle find their way up to the surface and either flow slowly out of a fissure or explode suddenly into the air. In recent years there have been a number of high-profile eruptions, including ones in Italy and Indonesia.