High-level eruption at Shishaldin volcano, Aviation Color Code raised to Red, Alaska

High-level eruption at Shishaldin volcano, Aviation Color Code raised to Red, Alaska

An ash cloud from Alaska’s Shishaldin Volcano soared above 6 km (20 000 feet) above sea level at 13:24 UTC and up to 13.7 km (45 000 feet) by 14:18 UTC on September 25, 2023. The eruption, monitored through an array of sensors and satellite data, led authorities to elevate the Aviation Color Code to Red and the Volcano Alert Level to Warning.

Magma intrusion at Trident volcano, site of the world’s largest eruption of 20th century, Alaska

Magma intrusion at Trident volcano, site of the world’s largest eruption of 20th century, Alaska

Alaska’s Trident volcano has seen a significant increase in seismic activity and ground uplift over the past five months, leading to concerns about a potential volcanic eruption. The Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) has confirmed that this unrest is the result of magma intrusion beneath the volcano. The rising magma, which can trigger an eruption, has also caused increased seismic activity in the neighboring volcanoes of the Katmai volcanic cluster, including Katmai, Martin, Mageik, and the Novarupta vent.

Eruption at Shishaldin intensifies, Aviation Color Code raised to Red, Alaska

Eruption at Shishaldin intensifies, Aviation Color Code raised to Red, Alaska

The eruption of Shishaldin Volcano has intensified, the Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) announced at 05:52 UTC on July 16, 2023, and raised the Aviation Color Code to Orange. At 07:57 UTC, the Aviation Color Code was raised to Red and the Volcano Alert Level to WARNING.

Dual magma chambers discovered beneath Great Sitkin volcano, Alaska

Dual magma chambers discovered beneath Great Sitkin volcano, Alaska

A study conducted by scientists at Purdue University reveals that the Great Sitkin volcano, one of the most active in Alaska, has two magma chambers. This discovery explains the changing locations of seismic activity that has perplexed scientists since the volcano began erupting in May 2021.

Increased seismicity, ice-rock avalanche at Iliamna, Alaska

Increased seismicity, ice-rock avalanche at Iliamna, Alaska

An increase in seismicity has been observed at Iliamna volcano beginning at 20:00 UTC on June 5, 2023. As a result, the Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) raised the Aviation Color Code and Volcano Alert level for Iliamna to Yellow and Advisory.