Volcano: Fire on the Mountain

The film opens with a newlywed couple skiing down the slopes of Angel Lakes Peak, a dormant volcano near the town of Angel Lakes. Without warning, a volcanic fissure suddenly opens up, tragically killing the couple instantly. This event sets the stage for the impending volcanic disaster.

Peter Slater, a volcanologist, monitors increased volcanic activity on his computer, noting minor earthquakes and emissions of volcanic gases from fumaroles. He becomes concerned that a major eruption is imminent, but his warnings are initially dismissed by others.

Kelly Adams and her colleagues search for the missing couple but are nearly killed by dangerous volcanic gases. They are rescued by Peter, which shifts her perspective on the seriousness of the volcanic threat.

Kelly and Peter attempt to alert the mayor about the impending eruption, urging for an evacuation. However, the mayor refuses, fearing economic losses during the peak tourist season, thus delaying any preparedness measures.

A major earthquake strikes, destroying access roads to the town. This event strands tourists and residents, complicating rescue and evacuation efforts while increasing the danger posed by the volcano.

Peter and Kelly hike up Angel Lakes Peak to collect volcanic debris samples from the crater. During their ascent, a sudden eruption erupts, causing damage and further threatening the town below.

The volcano erupts violently, causing widespread damage to vehicles and infrastructure. The explosion results in dozens of deaths and hundreds of injuries in the nearby town. Peter and Kelly narrowly escape the chaos.

A second eruption occurs, this time more forceful, risking a lava flow that could wipe out the entire town. Rescue efforts are hampered as volcanic ash renders helicopters ineffective and roads remain blocked.

Kelly devises a risky plan to stop the lava flow by triggering a controlled snow avalanche, utilizing the snowcapped peaks around Angel Lakes. Peter initially objects but realizes they have no other options.

Peter and Kelly set explosives to trigger the avalanche, attempting to halt the lava. During their escape, Peter gets buried in the snow, but Kelly successfully witnesses the snow avalanche stopping the lava flow and protecting the town.

Peter manages to dig himself out from the snow and reunites with Kelly in the town. The impending danger is averted, and their relationship rekindles as they reflect on their survival and the disaster.