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12 Seconds Into the Video, the Volcano Erupts. 25 Seconds in, The Powerful Ensuing Effects Are Felt

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Incredible footage posted online captured Papua New Guinea’s Tavurvur Volcano eruption — in addition to the ensuing sonic boom.

The video, posted to Facebook earlier this week, shows several individuals nearby on a boat react in shock when they see ash spew into the sky.

Then the apparent cameraman makes a keen observation, warning others to “watch out for the aftershock” because “it’s coming.”

Moments later, a sonic boom ripples through the area, making an extremely loud bang.

“Holy smoking Toledos!” the cameraman says.

Watch the Incredible Footage:

(H/T: The Blaze

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