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Advances(?) in mitigating volcano hazards in Latin America

January 1, 1991

The 1980's were incredible years for volcanology. As a consequence of the Mount St. Helens and other eruptions, major advances in our understanding of volcanic processes and eruption dynamics were made. the decade also witnessed the greatest death toll caused by volcanism since 1902. Following Mount St. Helens, awareness of volcano hazards increased throughout the world; however, in Latin America, subsequent events showed that much was still to be learned. 

Publication Year 1991
Title Advances(?) in mitigating volcano hazards in Latin America
Authors M.L. Hall
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Earthquakes & Volcanoes (USGS)
Index ID 70162667
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse