Why volcanologists believe Mount Spurr is getting closer to eruption
Alaska's Mount Spurr, an active volcano near the most populated region in the state, is getting even closer to an eruption, according to volcanologists.
What is Mount Spurr? What to know about the Alaska volcano that could erupt soon
Mount Spurr, located about 75 miles West of Anchorage, has been acting up in recent weeks, prompting officials at the U.S. Geological Survey and Alaska Volcano Observatory to issue a yellow alert. This yellow status means the volcano is exhibiting signs of "elevated unrest" compared to its usual activity, indicating that it may soon erupt.
Scientists warn a volcanic eruption very close to Anchorage this year is growing more likely
A 2025 volcanic eruption at Mount Spurr near Anchorage is “likely” according to a new bulletin by the Alaska Volcano Observatory. The timing of the eruption and its size remain uncertain, the observatory said in a notice published Tuesday,
Alaska’s Mount Spurr could erupt in weeks, scientists warn
Scientists warn that Alaska’s Mount Spurr is showing signs of increased activity and could erupt in the coming weeks or months. An eruption could lead to widespread ashfall in Anchorage and surrounding areas,
Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano showing signs of potential eruption in coming weeks or months
Increased volcanic activity on Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano could lead to an eruption in the coming weeks or months, scientists say.
Volcano near Alaska's largest city could erupt soon, scientists say
Scientists are keeping a close watch on Alaska's Mount Spurr as the volcano is showing new signs of activity that could mean an eruption is coming soon.
Scientists warn Mount Spurr may erupt soon, monitoring intensifies
Scientists warn that Mount Spurr, Alaska’s closest active volcano to Anchorage, may erupt in the coming weeks or months as volcanic gas emissions continue to rise.
Scientists say volcano eruption in Alaska is now ‘likely’
ANCHORAGE, Alaska ( KTUU /Gray News) - A volcano in Alaska is ‘likely’ to erupt, according to experts. The Alaska Volcano Observatory said it has seen an increase in volcanic gas emissions from Mount Spurr during flyovers in the last week.
A Volcano Near Alaska's Largest City Could Erupt in the Coming Weeks or Months, Scientists Say
A volcano near Alaska’s largest city is showing new signs of unrest, with experts saying the likelihood of an eruption at Mount Spurr in the next few weeks or months has increased
'Extremely hazardous': Alaska volcano could erupt within weeks or months
Evidence of elevated volcanic activity indicate eruption of Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano could happen within weeks or months, federal officials say.
Alaskan volcano near Anchorage may erupt in coming weeks, experts warn
Alaska’s Mount Spurr, a snow-covered volcano 75 miles outside Anchorage, is showing signs it could erupt soon, experts warned. Scientists at the Alaska Volcano Observatory said the volcano will likely erupt in the coming weeks or months,
Scientists Warn That Volcano Near Alaska's Largest City Could Erupt in 'Next Few Weeks or Months'
A volcano near Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, could erupt in the 'next few weeks or months,' the Alaska Volcano ...
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Experts warn two US volcanoes could erupt soon after increase in seismic activity
Monitoring stations around Mount Adams noted nine earthquakes ranging from magnitude 0.9 to 2.0 near the volcano between ...
Anchorage Mayor says the city is keeping a close eye on the Mt. Spurr volcano
In addition to coordinating with different agencies, the office is meeting with city departments to help assess their needs.