Electrifying footage shows volcano burst with lava in Japan

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One of Japan's most active volcanoes erupted spectacularly on Feb. 5 with a fiery blast, sending lava rolling down its slope. Japanese television showed an orange eruption burst out of the side of the volcano, near the summit, accompanied by lightning-like flashes. There were no immediate reports of injuries.

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