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Volcanic risk areas may be larger than previously thought, UB-led research suggests

A study led by UB geologist Greg A. Valentine on the potential reach of volcanic eruptions could have significant impact on how hazard assessments are conducted in areas prone to eruptions. The ...
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Photo: Pyroclastic Flow Remnants at Shiveluch Volcano As Seen From Orbit

Pyroclastic flows are some of the most fearsome hazards posed by erupting volcanoes. These avalanches of superheated ash, gas, and rock are responsible for some of the most famous volcanic disasters ...
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Mayon produces 'largest' pyroclastic flow, 1000-meter ash plume

MANILA, Philippines — Since showing increased activity earlier this year, Mayon Volcano generated its "largest" pyroclastic density current so far, with an ash plume reaching up to 1,000 meters on ...
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Active Tectonics: Impact on Society

Volcanic eruptions frequently interfere with human affairs; impacts range from minor nuisances to major disasters. Some 50 to 65 different volcanoes typically are active in any given year, and among ...
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Phivolcs warns of rising hazards at Mayon as volcano spreads lava almost 4 kilometers from crater

LEGAZPI CITY (PIA) — The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Tuesday warned of increased volcanic hazards at Mayon Volcano following recent observations of lava flows.
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Volcanic risk areas may be larger than previously thought, UB-led research in Death Valley suggests

BUFFALO, N.Y. – A study led by University at Buffalo geologist Greg A. Valentine on the potential reach of volcanic eruptions could have significant impact on how hazard assessments are conducted in ...