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What is Mount Spurr? What to know about the Alaska volcano that could erupt soon
This yellow status means the volcano is exhibiting signs of "elevated unrest" compared to its usual activity, indicating that it may soon erupt. This, paired with other tell-tale signs like localized earthquakes and gas emissions,
A volcano near Alaska’s largest city could erupt in the coming weeks or months, scientists say
A volcano near Alaska’s largest city is showing new signs of unrest, with experts saying the likelihood of an eruption at Mount Spurr in the next few weeks or months has increased.
Alaska volcano may erupt in the next few weeks — with ‘little or no additional warning’
Mount Spurr near Anchorage is emitting dangerous gases and experiencing unrest, signs that it is likely to erupt in coming weeks or months.
Alaska Volcano Observatory warns of potential eruption near Anchorage
The Alaska Volcano Observatory on Wednesday said Mount Spurr is at risk of erupting within the next few weeks or months, potentially impacting residents 78 miles away in the city of Anchorage. “The increase in gas emissions confirms that new magma has intruded into the Earth’s crust beneath the volcano and indicates that an
Alaskan volcano near Anchorage may erupt in coming weeks, experts warn
Alaska’s Mount Spurr, a snow-covered volcano 75 miles outside Anchorage, is showing signs it could erupt soon, experts warned. Scientists at the Alaska Volcano Observatory said the volcano will likely erupt in the coming weeks or months,
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In 1961, a Wien Airlines pilot could see a mushroom cloud in Russia from Alaska
Although some of the details of the incident are sketchy, the U.S. government believed the account of pilot Tony Schultz.
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This Day in Alaska History-March 13th, 1918
On March 13th, 1918, after many years of violating the Sherman Anti-trust Act, Booth Fisheries Company, (Delaware), Booth ...
Alaska Senate approves ‘Women’s History Month’ declaration, sends it to House
The Alaska Senate voted 19-0 on Monday to declare March as Women’s History Month in Alaska. Senate Bill 43, sponsored by Sen.
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Alaska could be entering a golden age of energy but we need clear direction from our elected officials
In our frenetic modern world, one of the hardest problems is gaining perspective. This is especially true of Alaska’s energy ...
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This Day in Alaska History-March 3rd, 1913
Following a November 1912 election to choose legislators, eight senators and 16 representatives were selected. March 3rd 1913 ...
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When was the first Fur Rondy?
Part of a continuing weekly series on Alaska history by local historian David Reamer. Have a question about Anchorage or Alaska history or an idea for a future article? Go to the form at the ...
Black Entrepreneurs In Alaska Host Historic 10th Annual Alaska Black Business Expo
This year’s 10th Annual Alaska Black Business Expo was the largest gathering of Black-owned businesses and supporters in the ...
Jr. Iditarod champ running own Serum Run on 100th anniversary of life-saving mission
Emily Robinson cemented her legacy in the youth dog mushing world as the only person to win the Jr. Iditarod four straight ...
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Alaskans Receive Record Dividends of $3,284
As a trusted personal finance writer and mortgage specialist, Maryalene LaPonsie has interviewed hundreds of certified financial planners, CPAs and wealth advisors, and distills their expertise ...