A pair of volcanoes erupted today in Asia, one in Japan and another in Indonesia, and photographers in both countries have been sharing harrowing photos of the incidents. Sakurajima volcano erupted today at 4:15 PM local time, sending an ash plume billowing 11,500 feet into the sky. The volcano, the most active in Japan, is located in Kagoshima Prefecture in Kyushu near the very southern tip of the island nation. Following the eruption, authorities issued a volcanic ash warning, urging people to take necessary safety precautions. Given the volcano’s frequent eruptions, which often send volcanic ash high into the sky, nearby communities are well prepared, and numerous shelters are available for those caught out during an event. The volcano had another major eruption less than a month ago. While there are no reported injuries from today’s Sakurajima eruption, it is unfortunately a much more tragic story farther south in the Pacific. Three hikers have been killed after Mount Dukono volcano in Indonesia erupted.…