Alaska has over 40 historically active volcanoes and normally averages one eruption a year. Alaskan volcanoes were unusually active in 1986. Augustine, Pavlof, and Akutan volcaneos all erupted vigorously; at one time in April, all three were erupting.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1987 |
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Title | Three volcanoes erupt in Alaska |
Authors | T. P. Miller |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Earthquakes & Volcanoes (USGS) |
Index ID | 70168538 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |