The new science of volcanoes harnesses AI, satellites and gas sensors to forecast eruptions

The new science of volcanoes harnesses AI, satellites and gas sensors to forecast eruptions



Forty years ago today, Mount St Helens erupted in Washington state. That event — which started with the largest landslide in recorded history — killed 57 people and blanketed much of Washington and nearby states with ash, shutting down the region for days. It was a turning point for volcanic science by sparking a huge influx of money and people into the field and setting the stage for rapid improvements in understanding. (USGS)