Ash cloud from Sabancaya volcano observed at 6.4 km altitude, Peru

An ash cloud from Sabancaya volcano in Peru was observed at 6.4 km (21 000 feet) altitude at 08:10 UTC on June 6, 2026, the Buenos Aires Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) reported. Intermittent light volcanic ash emissions and continuous gas release were noted, with the detected ash cloud moving toward the southeast at about 20 km/h (10 mph).

The advisory was based on satellite data, numerical weather models, and visual webcam observations. The VAAC described the volcanic ash pulses as barely detectable in satellite imagery, while the webcam showed ongoing gas emissions with sporadic light ash. Model forecasts indicated ash cloud movement toward the southeast at the same altitude for the next 18 hours. No Aviation Color Code was stated in the advisory.

Sabancaya is an active stratovolcano located in the Andes of southern Peru.