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Atka Volcano Explosion Triggers Alert Level Change: USGS Monitoring Yellowstone, Hawaii, and Alaska_volcanoes

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ANCHORAGE, Alaska – An explosion at the Atka volcano in Alaska has prompted the US Geological Survey (USGS) to adjust advisories for the area as they work to determine the cause of the blast within the volcanic complex. The eruption took place on February 20 at 7:26 pm local time, leading to an increase in … Read more

Underwater Hydrothermal Explosions: A Global Occurrence According to USGS

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A rare natural occurrence known as hydrothermal explosions has been causing concern globally due to their destructive potential. From the bubbling geysers of Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming to the volcanic vents deep in the oceans, these explosions pose a unique danger to both humans and the environment. Recently, researchers have been studying the factors … Read more