Saturday, January 20, 2024

So study them!

 

The recent eruption in Iceland, where they study volcanoes a lot, underscored and emphasized the ongoing need for volcanology.  And this article shows that more work is needed, particularly volcanoes that might go "BOOM!" or might just cause a glacial flood into populated areas. 

Some High-Threat Volcanoes Are Severely Understudied

"For all these reasons, there is a stark lack of data on some of the most dangerous volcanoes in the United States and Canada, the researchers conclude. For example, very little is known about Mount Adams in southern Washington, which, the authors say, is “very concerning,” considering the volcano is classified as “high threat.” The same could be said of Glacier Peak, a little north of Adams, they note."

I hope Mount Adams at least stays picturesque, even if it does erupt.



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