Watch: a Volcano in Ecuador Shoots Ash and Lava More Than Two Miles Into the Air

On March 2nd, Ecudaor's Tungurahua Volcano erupted, sending ash and lava up to 2.5 miles into the air.

On March 2nd, Ecuador's Tungurahua Volcano erupted, sending ash and lava up to 2.5 miles into the air. Volcanologists noticed increased activity starting on February 27th, eventually culminating in a fiery show a few days later. This particular volcano has been active since 1999, and scientists expect there to be a few more days of activity.

Local authorities have issued several alerts for locals and tourists, which is currently a yellow level, but the activity can be seen from miles around the site. With the acitvity expected to last for a while (there's even a thought that a larger blast could occur), this is a great opportunity for travelers in the area in take in a live eruption—surely that has made its way to someone's bucket list.

Erika Owen is the Audience Engagement Editor at Travel + Leisure. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram at @erikaraeowen.

On March 2nd, Ecudaor's Tungurahua Volcano erupted, sending ash and lava up to 2.5 miles into the air.