Sixty-six earthquakes have been recorded at Alaska’s Mount Spurr in the past week. Scientists say the rumblings are evidence of magma rising to the surface, which could precede an eruption. They have been worried about it since March, but the level of ground deformation has slowed, meaning the danger could be decreasing. However, satellite data as recent as April 22 indicates the magma is still working its way to the surface.
The volcano, located 78 miles from Anchorage, had explosive eruptions in 1992 and 1953. Ash from the volcano could reach inhabited areas, with the resulting particles leading to health threats and damage to vehicles and machinery. See the video below for more.
Published April 25, 2025. Read the full story.
