Japan's Sakurajima Volcano erupts, sending ash plume 3,000 metres into the sky

Watch the video here:Japan's Sakurajima volcano erupted on May 15, 2025, sending a massive ash plume soaring 3,000 metres above the crater, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The agency reported a series of eruptions from the Minamidake summit crater, releasing dramatic clouds of smoke into the sky.Video footage shared by Newsweek captured the striking moment when the ash plume billowed high above the volcano. The JMA has maintained a Level 3 volcanic alert, which warns people to stay away from the volcano. Ash fall is expected in surrounding areas, including parts of Kagoshima, Kumamoto, and Miyazaki prefectures. This latest eruption highlights the ongoing volcanic activity in the region and the importance of Japan's comprehensive disaster preparedness systems.