Scientists are closely monitoring Mount Spurr in Alaska as they observe key signals indicating a possible eruption. Steam plumes have been detected, leading the Alaska Volcano Observatory to consider an eruption within weeks highly likely. While the current conditions have allowed for noticeable steam emissions, the scientists assert that recent observations do not significantly raise the risk. The last eruption occurred in 1992, and current activities are attributed to new magma intruding into the crust, prompting further vigilance.
The increase in gas emissions confirms that new magma has intruded into the Earth's crust beneath the volcano and indicates that an eruption is likely.
Over the past weeks, scientists and civilian observers have noticed a large 'volcanic plume' rising from the summit, showing that the volcano is active.
AVO's analysis of satellite remote sensing and geophysical data showed no notable changes, suggesting that while Mount Spurr is active, the risk has not increased significantly.
The visible appearance of the plume is most likely due to low wind speeds and cool, wet conditions, facilitating steam formation.
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