The 20th Century's Greatest Volcanic Eruption: Mt Katmai 100 Years Later

Join us for a centennial look at the greatest volcanic eruption of the 20th century. The June 6-8, 1912 eruption of Mount Katmai in Alaska was 30 times larger than the eruption of Mt. St. Helens in 1980, caused widespread devastation, and inspired heroic efforts at survival by the local people.  Return with us a century later to the scene of the eruption and learn what lessons there are for modern-day monitoring of volcano hazards.

Bill Burton Will discus the June 6-8, 1912 eruption of Mount Katmai in Alaska was 30 times larger than the eruption of Mt. St. Helens in 1980.  Burton will discuss what lessons this are for modern-day monitoring of volcanic hazards.

Please Note: This event takes place at a Federal Facility — Photo Id is Required

FREE and Open to the Public

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