Overview

• The mud volcano at Jarawa Creek on Baratang Island erupted on October 2 around late morning local time after more than 20 years of dormancy.
• Authorities report a 3–4 meter mound and slurry spread over more than 1,000 square meters, with bursts sending mud 10–15 meters into the air.
• All approach routes are closed and tourist movement is suspended, and officials say no injuries have been reported.
• District officials said a Geological Survey of India team is likely to visit the site on Monday as small eruptions and venting continue.
• Local and national agencies stress the Baratang mud volcano is a separate system from September activity at Barren Island, and a resident’s on-site warning helped keep visitors away.