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Unrest at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano prompts alert level increase in Anchorage as fears of eruption grow


Published on 2025-03-23 15:40:51 - AOL
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  • Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano continues to show signs of unrest, and that has led to an alert level increase in the city of Anchorage as fears of an impending eruption grow.

The article from AOL discusses the recent seismic activity at Alaska's Mount Spurr volcano, which has shown signs of unrest with numerous small earthquakes. This activity has led to an increase in the volcano's alert level to "Yellow/Advisory" by the Alaska Volcano Observatory, indicating that the volcano is exhibiting heightened or escalating unrest with increased potential for an eruption. Although there are no immediate signs of an imminent eruption, the situation is being closely monitored due to the potential hazards like ash clouds that could affect air travel and local communities. The article also provides historical context, mentioning that Mount Spurr last erupted in 1992, and explains the significance of monitoring such volcanic activity for safety and preparedness.

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