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Are there active supervolcanoes?

While the supervolcano found under England is long extinct, there are indeed active supervolcanoes around the world. These are massive volcanoes capable of eruptions on a scale far greater than typical volcanoes, with the potential to significantly impact global climate. Scientists closely monitor several known active sites for any signs of unrest.

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Ancient supervolcano found under England's east coast

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Where are active supervolcanoes? How often do supervolcanoes erupt? What happens after an eruption?