Piton de la Fournaise erupted on Reunion Island on Saturday, 01 August, 2015 at 9.50 am local time.
Piton de la Fournaise is known worldwide for its high activity. The volcano erupted for the third time this year. Piton de la Fournaise is one of the most studied volcanoes in the world, monitored closely by the international scientific community.
The La Reunion Tourism Board is assuring visitors and residents the eruption is not posing any danger to the population. It's rather a rare opportunity for tourists and locals to enjoy a spectacular scenery.
The National Gendarmerie and the National Forestry Office (ONF) has implementation security measures on site.
It is possible to observe the volcano safely by following instructions issued by the Prefecture and the gendarmerie. It is safe to monitor the volcano from established view points.
Some view points are within the Reunion National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The eruption is visible from the parking area Pas de Bellecombe , but the closest point of view is at the Piton Partage.
Allow about two km walk from Pas de Bellecombe, 30 to 45 minutes to access the perspective.
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