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Axial Seamount Volcano Could Erupt by 2025, Scientists Warn

1/6/2025

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Scientists are sounding the alarm: the Axial Seamount volcano off Oregon's coast could erupt as soon as 2025. With notable ground inflation and magma movement detected, this early warning marks a significant leap in volcanic science. Researchers are harnessing AI to enhance predictive models, even as they brace for the unpredictable nature of volcanoes.

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Scientists are sounding the alarm: the Axial Seamount volcano off Oregon's coast could erupt as soon as 2025. With notable ground inflation and magma movement detected, this early warning marks a significant leap in volcanic science. Researchers are harnessing AI to enhance predictive models, even as they brace for the unpredictable nature of volcanoes.