Trigger behind Lusi mud volcano 'far simpler' expert says

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue. Professor Richard Davies, Durham Energy Institute, comments on new research relating to the Lusi Mud Volcano in Indonesia The trigger behind the Lusi mud volcano eruption in Indonesia "is far simpler" than an "elaborate earthquake trigger mechanism", according to a Durham University scientist. Professor Richard Davies, Durham Energy Institute, was commenting on research published. The research published by a team from Germany and Switzerland suggests that Lusi, which erupted in May 2006, was caused by the Yogyakarta earthquake a few days earlier. Professor Davies said: "The new study provides an elaborate earthquake trigger mechanism.
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