spanish scientists collect volcano samples on la palma

Cumbre Vieja Volcano in La Palma continues to spew ash and lava. A total of 7,500 people have been evacuated, including 500 in the town of Tazacorte throughout the night. “As we wait for the volcano to subside, our morale and desperation increase,” said Juan Miguel Rodriguez, Mayor of Tazacorte. Spanish scientists began collecting volcano samples. They will examine the physical characteristic of the magma. Satellite images of Cumbre Vieja Volcano have been released. The images show that there is intense lava flow from the volcano.