Volcanic Eruption In Colombia Proves Embarrassingly Quick, Short

A small eruption in southern Colombia forced many to evacuate their homes. However, experts would like to stress that it was no big deal. It happens to a lot of volcanos:

The volcano became reactivated 20 years ago and has erupted several times.

Nine people died in a 1993 eruption including five scientists who were doing experiments in the crater.

But Fernando Gil, head of the Colombian Seismological Network, told the Associated Press news agency the activity was the most serious since reactivation.

“Most eruptions are violent and short,” he said.

Um. No, it’s fine. It’s ok. Really! Here, have a tissue. No, hey, don’t worry about it. Ok? Ok.

Next week? Um. Yeah, you know what? What about if I call you.

Thousands flee Colombian volcano [BBC]