Bulge on the north side of Mount St. Helens developed as magma push...

(Credit: Lipman, Peter. Public domain.)

Detailed Description

A "bulge" developed on the north side of Mount St. Helens as magma pushed up within the peak. Angle and slope-distance measurements to the bulge indicated it was growing at a rate of up to five feet (1.5 meters) per day. By May 17, part of the volcano's north side had been pushed upwards and outwards over 450 feet (135 meters).

Details

Image Dimensions: 2958 x 1963

Date Taken: Sunday, April 27, 1980