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Three natural disasters strike within hours globally

Alaska earthquake, Hawaii volcano eruption and solar flare occur simultaneously, sparking global debate over possible connections

Three major natural events unfolded within hours on 6th December, sending shockwaves through scientific communities worldwide. 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck near the United States and Canada border in Alaska, Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted with dramatic intensity, and a powerful M8.1 solar flare blasted from the Sun toward Earth.

Timing of these events has raised questions about whether they were purely coincidental or early warnings of larger phenomena ahead.

Alaska Earthquake Center confirmed that the 7.0 magnitude quake hit the region with its epicenter located deep beneath the ground. According to AP News, vibrations were felt across a wide area. Furniture shook violently, residents rushed outdoors in fear, and communication systems faced temporary disruptions in several locations. No major damage or casualties have been reported so far.

Shortly after the earthquake, Kilauea volcano in Hawaii roared back to life. United States Geological Survey reports indicated the volcano had been active since early November, continuously spewing lava. However, intensity increased dramatically on 6th December, shooting 30 to 40 meter high fountains of lava like burning waterfalls.

Big Island Video News reported that extreme heat from the eruption damaged several observation instruments. Night sky turned red as glowing lava lit up the horizon, prompting residents to move to safer locations.

While Earth trembled and fire erupted from its crust, a third force gathered strength beyond the atmosphere. NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center confirmed that a powerful M8.1 solar flare burst from the Sun's surface on 6th December. Spaceweather.com reported that radiation caused temporary interference in radio signals across daylight regions of Earth, affecting short-wave communication and causing minor disruptions in aviation contact.

Experts noted that although the flare was not among the largest historically observed, it carried considerable intensity.

Scientific analysis published in The Guardian stated that earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and solar flares arise from entirely different planetary and cosmic mechanisms. Earthquakes result from tectonic pressure, volcanic eruptions occur when molten rock rises through Earth's crust, and solar flares are produced by magnetic activity on the Sun.

Scientists pointed out that conclusive evidence has never linked these phenomena, even when they occurred on the same day in the past. Geologists and space scientists say there is no reason to jump to catastrophic conclusions. Earth experiences hundreds of small and moderate earthquakes daily. Sun regularly emits flares. Active volcanoes like Kilauea often erupt at intervals.

However, alignment of three intense disasters within hours naturally sparks fear and speculation among populations. Based on current evidence, experts are calling it coincidence rather than an omen.

These events remind humanity how dynamic and unpredictable nature truly is. They highlight the importance of scientific monitoring, preparedness and global cooperation in facing natural phenomena.


Source: AP News, United States Geological Survey, NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center, Spaceweather.com, Big Island Video News and The Guardian.