Chubz Posted February 9, 2009 Report Share Posted February 9, 2009 Just got a notice from my work that Mt. Redoubt may potentially erupt soon. Thought it might be of interest to anyone up that way. Here is what the article said. In late 2008, the Alaska Volcano Observatory first noticed increased seismic activity in the 10,197 foot peak, with a significant increase in activity occurring in late January 2009. Four possible scenarios exist, ranging from no dramatic event to an eruption much larger than Mt. Redoubt's most event in 1989. In 1989-90 there were a series of eruptions over a five month period, causing $160 million in damages. During that eruption, ash covered an area of roughly 7,700 square miles. Damage was reported as far away as Fairbanks and the border of the Yukon Territory. Lets hope it doesnt spew. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak_rider Posted February 12, 2009 Report Share Posted February 12, 2009 it was a big deal up here a few weeks ago, when it started having bigger tremors, one that shook me awake. but news has since died down and it's basically on the backburner. it may blow, it may not. my opinion is that it won't blow, but we'll all jsut have to wait and see. i think it's become a bigger deal in the lower 48. evryone's prepared but i don't think anyone's really concerned. let's just keep hoping it goes back to sleep, especially since i only live like 70 miles from it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubz Posted February 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2009 I am lined up to be on our company's CAT Response team for our customers in the area. If I do get the call to come up, I'm hoping to get some riding in, if there is a day off. Maybe we can hook up for some turns. Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak_rider Posted February 13, 2009 Report Share Posted February 13, 2009 I will gladly cheer you on from the bar at the bottom of the mtn. unfrotunately, i'm out with a ruputured achilles....but if happens to blow in like june or july, I know where to find some sick corn, if that happens to interest you:biggthump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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