The new island was formed after an underwater volcano known as Home Reef erupted on September 10, spewing lava and causing the surrounding water to discolor.
These islands do not usually last long, although some may stay for years. This is not the first time Home Reef eruptions have caused the phenomenon. The volcano has had four previous periods of eruptions. Islands formed after eruptions in 1852 and 1857. Eruptions in 1984 to 2006 also caused islands to form, although these were very fleeting.
Another nearby volcano called Late'iki erupted in 1995, causing an island that lasted for 25 years. However, another island created after a 2020 eruption disappeared after only 2 months. According to an update from the Tonga Geological Service, the recent Home Reef activity poses little risk to the surrounding community.
"All mariners are, however, advised to sail beyond 4 kilometers away from Home Reef until further notice," the update said.
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