01 Apr, 2008
Media Advisory: Learn How Volcano Science Helps Build Safer CommunitiesAlaska Volcano Observatory Turns 20
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Alaska has dozens of active volcanoes, some which erupt explosively multiple times a year. Learn how the scientists at the Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO), which turns 20 in April, help prevent these hazards from becoming disasters.
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“In communities across Alaska and in air travel throughout our airspace, volcanic activity poses a real threat to safety,” said U.S. Senator Ted Stevens. “The AVO is on watch, ready to warn of unforeseen challenges so eruptions don’t threaten our lives. I continue to fight to get funding for volcano monitoring and ash plume forecasting to assure AVO will continue its important mission.”
Who: The Alaska Volcano Observatory, a joint program of the U.S. Geological Survey, the Geophysical Institute of the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and the State of Alaska Division of Geological and Geophysical Surveys.
What: Learn how volcano scientists help the public be prepared to handle the sometimes life-threatening and catastrophic impacts of volcano eruptions. Hands-on demonstrations, displays and opportunities to interview scientists will be available.
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Place: Russell Senate Office Building Room 485
1st Street and Constitution Ave. N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20510
Food and refreshments will be served.
