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NASA and Smithsonian Use Satellites to Predict Volcano Eruptions

5/21/2025

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Scientists are joining forces to revolutionize volcanic eruption warnings by observing tree changes from space. NASA and the Smithsonian Institution are harnessing satellite data to track carbon dioxide emissions tied to volcanic activity. This innovative approach promises to deliver earlier alerts, safeguarding the 10% of the global population residing near active volcanoes, including those in the U.S.

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Scientists are joining forces to revolutionize volcanic eruption warnings by observing tree changes from space. NASA and the Smithsonian Institution are harnessing satellite data to track carbon dioxide emissions tied to volcanic activity. This innovative approach promises to deliver earlier alerts, safeguarding the 10% of the global population residing near active volcanoes, including those in the U.S.