Volcano Discovery
Which of the world's volcanoes are erupting today, each with webcams, seismic charts and a running diary of what the mountain has been doing.
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How to get the most from it
Volcano Discovery sits in Live Earth Maps under Wander, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and unsettling.
About this category: Live data drawn on a map: storms, earthquakes, lightning, shipping, wildlife. Open one and the planet stops being an abstraction.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Giving your brain a workout
- A little creeping unease
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Volcano Discovery: quick answers
Is Volcano Discovery free?
Yes. Volcano Discovery is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Volcano Discovery?
No. You can use Volcano Discovery without signing up for anything.
Does Volcano Discovery work on a phone?
Yes. Volcano Discovery works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Volcano Discovery safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Volcano Discovery take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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