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On Saturday, Japan's Mount Ontake volcano erupted without warning, surprising several hundred nearby hikers. Plumes of volcanic gas and ash overtook the fleeing hikers and buried nearby lodges and outbuildings. Though most of the people on Mount Ontake that day were able to escape.
On Saturday Mount Ontake, Japanâs second-tallest volcano, erupted, initially stranding more than 250 hikers and killing at least 30. The volcano continues to emit smoke today, and the release of toxic gases has hindered rescue efforts in the area.n Saturday Mount Ontake, Japanâs second-tallest volcano, erupted, initially stranding more than 250 hikers and killing at least 30. The volcano continues to emit smoke today, and the release of toxic gases has hindered rescue efforts in the area.