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    Remote Alaska volcano might erupt soon, experts say

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    Remote Alaska volcano might erupt soon, experts say Empty Remote Alaska volcano might erupt soon, experts say

    Post  Carol Wed Sep 07, 2011 2:54 pm

    Alaska's Cleveland Volcano could soon be leaking from its flanks if the lava inside continues to build up, officials at the Alaska Volcano Observatory reported. The observatory reported that the volcano's lava dome was 262 feet in diameter on August 30 and has now expanded to 394 feet. "The presence of the lava dome increases the possibility of an explosive eruption, but does not necessarily indicate that one will occur," the observatory said. "Short-lived explosions could produce an ash cloud that exceeds 20,000 ft above sea level."

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