Cotopaxi Is Alive

For the last couple of weeks Cotopaxi has been showing signs of activity with increase sulfur emissions and long period earthquakes -- none of which could be felt in Quito.  The increase in long period earthquakes is likely due to internal fluid (magma) movements.  

Will she erupt?  Probably not but you never know.  In the picture below you could see steam clouds coming off the mountain.

Volcan Cayambe.  This one is nice and quiet.

Been trying to capture a picture to show just how close Volcan Cotopaxi is to Quito.  I think this one finally captures it.  

Clear Morning

When mornings are clear here in Quito, which is not often, all of the volcanoes are visible and the views are incredible.  This morning was relatively clear, and since we are up early these days, we headed to the rooftop of the building in front of us for some fantastic dawn pictures of the volcanoes and the valley below.  I never tire of taking these types of pictures.  These views will sorely be missed.

To view the entire album, yes I did an album since there are so many pics, click here.