The Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia’s Afar region erupted on Sunday morning after remaining dormant for about 12,000 years, sending large ash plumes across the Red Sea toward Yemen and Oman.

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Africa is splitting in two. In Ethiopia’s Afar region, tectonic plates are pulling apart at 0.3 inches per year.

Scientists say the rift could eventually fill with seawater, forming a brand-new ocean. 🌍🌊

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