Hawaii volcanoes - Mauna Loa

Description

Scientist discusses efforts to monitor the seismic and magma activity of the Big Island of Hawaii's two volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea, using various means including satellite and a GPS monitoring network. Volcano monitoring will enable scientists to detect changes and predict possible eruptions sooner so that nearby communities can be updated and better prepared for an eruption.

Runtime

4 min

Subjects

Geography

Genre

Date of Publication

2013

Database

Alexander Street

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