The Shinmoedake volcano erupted in Japan yesterday – forcing hundreds to evacuate the area, according to the NY Daily News.

The volcano, located in the south western island of Kyushu, is close to 1,000 miles away from the epicenter of Friday's earthquake, which has not yet been confirmed as the cause of the eruption.

It was the second time the Shinmoedake volcano has erupted this year. (Video via Buzzfeed):