Stressed-out volcanoes more likely to collapse and erupt – Phys.org

An international study led by Monash scientists has discovered how volcanoes experience stress. The study, published today in Scientific Reports, has implications for how the world might be better protected against future volcano collapses.
Volcanic collapse is the worst-case scenario during volcanic crises. It can trigger dangerous tsunamis or devastating pyroclastic flows (for example Mount Saint Helens).
“But, these events are very difficult to predict because we often don’t know what is ha…

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