Information on Volcanoes
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General Interest Publications
Paper copies of the following general interest publications can be ordered from:
USGS Information Services
Box 25286
Denver, CO 80225
- VOLCANIC AND SEISMIC HAZARDS ON THE ISLAND OF HAWAII
Explains the types of hazards posed by volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis on Hawaii; gives maps showing the probability of coverage by lava flows.
Paper copy -- 48 p. Free
- VOLCANIC HAZARDS AT MOUNT SHASTA, CALIFORNIA
Describes the kinds of volcanic activity that have occurred in the past, shows areas that could be affected in the future, and suggests ways of reducing the risks.
Paper copy -- 21 p. Free
- VOLCANOES
Describes the principal types of volcanoes, different types of eruptions, associated volcanic phenomena, their geologic settings, and how volcanoes are monitored. Explains how volcanic activity endangers and helps mankind.
Paper copy -- 45 p. Free
- VOLCANOES OF THE UNITED STATES
Describes the principal volcanoes in Hawaii, Alaska, and the Cascades Mountain Range that have erupted during the last few hundred years. Summarizes recent events at active calderas in California and Wyoming.
Paper copy -- 44 p. Free
- MONITORING ACTIVE VOLCANOES
Explains the need for monitoring volcanic areas in the United States and elsewhere. Describes techniques used to monitor
eruptions at Mount St. Helens, Kilauea, and elsewhere.
Paper copy -- 17 p. Free
Special Publications
Paper copies of the following publications can be ordered from the address above.
Other Volcano Information
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