| Aviation Colour Codes recommended by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) | |
GREEN |
Volcano is in normal, non-eruptive state.
or, after a change from a higher level:
Volcanic activity considered to have ceased, and volcano reverted to its normal, non-eruptive state.
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YELLOW |
Volcano is experiencing signs of elevated unrest above known background levels.
or, after a change from higher level:
Volcanic activity has decreased significantly but continues to be closely monitored for possible renewed increase.
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ORANGE |
Volcano is exhibiting heightened unrest with increased likelihood of eruption.
or,
Volcanic eruption is underway with no or minor ash emission.
[specify ash-plume height if possible] |
RED |
Eruption is forecast to be imminent with significant emission of ash into the atmosphere likely.
or,
Eruption is underway with significant emission of ash into the atmosphere.
[specify ash-plume height if possible] |
UNASSIGHED |
There is insufficient information available to assess the current status of the volcano or volcanic activity.
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