The Watchers
Sunday, June 18, 2023
A study conducted by scientists at Purdue University reveals that the Great Sitkin volcano, one of the most active in Alaska, has two magma chambers. This discovery explains the changing locations of seismic activity that has perplexed scientists since the volcano began erupting in May 2021.
A volcano’s aboveground manifestations are often just the tip of the iceberg, with the real action taking place far below the surface. There, magma accumulates and seismic activity builds, monitored by scientists using seismic data to study the inner workings of volcanoes and try to predict their behavior. Volcanic eruptions can cause regional disruption and even influence global weather patterns, making their study crucial to mitigating their impacts.