These mountains are often characterized by their rugged terrain, glaciated summits and active volcanoes, such as Cotopaxi and ...

I n recent months, scientists have observed significant activity at Iceland's Askja volcano, raising concerns that melting ...

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Close to the Chilean side of the volcano, in Bio Bio region, power generator Endesa Chile operates the Ralco and Pangue hydroelectric dams, which have not been affected by the evacuation order.

The Andes run for over 7,000km. Other mountains (usually those that stand on their own) are created by ancient volcanoes. Ben Nevis in Scotland was once a very large active volcano. It last ...