Mount Spurr: An Imminent Eruption and Its Implications for Alaska
In recent updates, the Alaska Volcano Observatory has reported an increase in seismic activity near Mount Spurr, which is located approximately 75 miles west of Anchorage. As of October 2024, the ...
Steam Plume Eruption at Mount Spurr: A Growing Concern for Alaskan Residents
In a surprising turn of events, Mount Spurr volcano in Alaska has released a significant plume of steam, raising alarms among scientists and local residents alike. As reported by the Alaska Volcano ...
Volcano Watch: Background and science behind Mount Spurr and what you should know
On Volcano Watch, we take a deep dive into the science of Mount Spurr and the chances it will erupt again, what we’ve learned ...
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Retired volcanologist reflects on Mount Spurr’s 1992 eruption and its lessons
As we keep a watchful eye on Mount Spurr, we're remembering the last time it erupted...and the lessons it taught us. Your Alaska Link's spoke with a scientist who had ...
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Huge steam plume rises from Alaska's Mount Spurr as volcano edges closer to eruption
The Alaskan Volcano Observatory has shared new images of plumes of gas streaming out of Mount Spurr, which scientists suspect ...
DOGE Update: Alaska Volcano Monitor Closure Blocked Amid Eruption Threat
Representative Nick Begich said he intervened to block the lease termination for the building housing the Alaska Volcano ...
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How a Mount Spurr eruption could impact Unalaska
Emergency officials in Unalaska are closely watching an active volcano near Anchorage. Scientists said Mount Spurr is likely ...
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Will it? Won’t it? And when? Anchorage contends with a restive volcano in its backyard
Mount Spurr, 78 miles from Anchorage, is unusual in its potential to foul air quality, disrupt jet service and otherwise ...
Alaska Map Shows Areas at Risk From Possible Mount Spurr Eruption
Mount Spurr lies about 80 miles west of Anchorage, which is Alaska's most populous city, making it one of the state's most closely watched volcanoes. It last erupted in 1992, spreading ash over ...
One of America’s Most Dangerous Volcanoes Is Preparing to Blow
Mount Spurr has been showing signs of an eruption since last year, but scientists think one is even more imminent.
A potential eruption of Mount Spurr can be scary; talking to your children about it doesn’t have to be
School districts across Southcentral Alaska have released emergency plans in case of an eruption of Mount Spurr. These plans ...