Veniaminof volcano (Alaska Peninsula, USA) activity update

Mon, 16 Sep 2013, 15:10 | BY: T

The eruption seems to be ending. AVO reports that "seismic tremor continues though at decreased levels compared to prior weeks. No unusual activity was observed in webcam images. These data indicate that the effusion of lava from the active vent may be ongoing though diminished."

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Previous news

Thu, 12 Sep 2013, 17:03

Veniaminof volcano (Alaska): strong tremor phase suggesting another paroxysm

Current seismic recording from Veniaminof (VNHG station, AVO)

A phase of strong continuous tremor occurred between yesterday noon and this morning (local time), possibly indicating another paroxysm with lava fountaining and associated ash emissions. Cloud cover prevented direct observations. ... Read all

Wed, 11 Sep 2013, 06:00

Veniaminof volcano (United States) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 11 September-17 September 2013 (Continuing Activity)

AVO reported continuous seismic tremor at Veniaminof during 11-17 September, and elevated surface temperatures detected in satellite images that were consistent with lava effusion and fountaining. On 11 September a diffuse steam plume possibly containing ash was recorded by the web cam in Perryville, 32 km SSE. Weak thermal anomalies and decreased levels of tremor during 14-16 September possibly indicated ongoing but diminished lava effusion. ... Read all

Tue, 10 Sep 2013, 13:43

Veniaminof volcano (Alaska Peninsula, USA) activity update

The eruption continues at moderate levels, as evidenced by continuous seismic tremor and elevated surface temperatures in satellite views. Effusion and fountaining of lava from the active vent are likely ongoing as is low level ash emissions that are, at this time, restricted to an area within a few miles of the vent. (AVO daily update) ... Read all

Fri, 6 Sep 2013, 12:53

Veniaminof volcano (Alaska Peninsula, USA) activity update

Activity has decreased compared to the strong episode between 30 August and 2 September. Continuous seismic tremor suggests that lava effusion, accompanied by minor ash emission, continues. ... Read all

Wed, 4 Sep 2013, 06:00

Veniaminof volcano (United States) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 4 September-10 September 2013 (Continuing Activity)

AVO reported continuous seismic tremor at Veniaminof during 4-10 September, and elevated surface temperatures detected in satellite images consistent with lava effusion and fountaining. Cloud cover sometimes prevented web cam views (from Perryville, 32 km SSE) of the intracaldera cone, although on 4 September a diffuse ash plume was observed rising several hundred feet above the cone and drifting E. On 7 September the web cam recorded a plume more steam-rich than in recent days. ... Read all

Tue, 3 Sep 2013, 09:45

Veniaminof volcano (Alaska Peninsula, USA) activity update

Brief clear view of Veniaminof with visible plume last night (Perryville webcam, FAA)

Eruptive activity remains elevated. Strong continuous tremor suggests ongoing lava fountaining associated with lava flows and ash emissions. A plume of ash was reported to drift eastward at an altitude of 15,000 ft (4.5 km). ... Read all

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Veniaminof volcano (Alaska Peninsula, USA) activity update

Previous news

Veniaminof volcano (Alaska): strong tremor phase suggesting another paroxysm

Veniaminof volcano (United States) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 11 September-17 September 2013 (Continuing Activity)

Veniaminof volcano (Alaska Peninsula, USA) activity update

Veniaminof volcano (Alaska Peninsula, USA) activity update

Veniaminof volcano (United States) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 4 September-10 September 2013 (Continuing Activity)

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