A volcano near Alaska’s largest city could erupt in the coming weeks or months, scientists say
- Mount Spurr in Alaska is likely to erupt within weeks or months, according to the Alaska Volcano Observatory.
- Increased volcanic gas emissions and earthquakes near the volcano indicate unrest and new magma formation, as reported by the observatory.
- Matthew Haney from the Alaska Volcano Observatory stated that the eruption could produce ash clouds carried hundreds of miles.
- Residents are advised to prepare for possible ashfall and hazards associated with explosive eruptions similar to those in 1953 and 1992.
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