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State agencies warn against spreading disinformation about Mount Spurr eruption
Government agencies are warning Alaskans and visitors about misinformation being spread online on the potential eruption of ...
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Likelihood of Spurr eruption decreases, researchers say, but uncertainty remains
Researcher Matt Haney says the decrease in likelihood is due to a drop in a few indicators of volcanic unrest, namely shallow ...
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Mount Spurr eruption less likely, but experts urge Alaskans to stay prepared
The Alaska Volcano Observatory says an eruption at Mount Spurr now seems less likely, but the volcano remains at yellow alert ...
Alaska’s Mount Spurr volcano on yellow alert eruption watch as scientists provide update
Scientists provided an update Thursday on the chances of an eruption of the Mount Spurr volcano in Alaska, a situation being ...
The chance of Alaska’s Spurr volcano erupting is lower — but there’s a big caveat as 268,000 Americans brace
The volcano, which is located less than 100 miles away from the major city of Anchorage, remains at an elevated level of ...
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Uncertainty grows about possible Mount Spurr eruption
The AVO has been unable to measure volcanic gases via airplane or helicopter since March 21 due to poor weather.
Alaskans buy protective gear for pets as volcano eruption looms
Anchorage residents have been not only buying protective equipment for themselves, but also for their pets. These items ...
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Spurr activity ‘declined slightly’
If an eruption were to occur, there would be noticeable indicators that may provide days to weeks of additional warning.
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Seismic activity declines at Mount Spurr, but eruption still possible
Seismic activity at Mount Spurr has declined, lowering immediate eruption concerns. However, the Alaska Volcano Observatory ...
Volcanic ash is a silent killer, more so than lava: What Alaska needs to know with Mount Spurr likely to erupt
When volcanoes like Alaska’s Mount Spurr erupt, the ash can damage people’s lungs, smother crops and kill animals, and the ...
Raptors could see respiratory issues if Mount Spurr erupts
The Bird Treatment and Learning Center (TLC) is preparing for Mount Spurr’s potential eruption. According to the Alaska ...
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Volcanic ash is a silent killer, more so than lava: What Alaska needs to know with Mount Spurr likely to erupt
Volcanoes inspire awe with spectacular eruptions and incandescent ... When a large volcano erupts, as Mount Spurr appears close to doing about 80 miles from Anchorage, Alaska, it can release ...