The Alaska Volcano Observatory has warned that it had observed ‘significantly elevated volcanic gas emissions’ in Mt. Spurr during its recent tests. If the volcano erupts, it could harm citizens of Anchorage,

The Alaska Volcano Observatory said signs indicated a Mount Spurr eruption was likely, though not certain, in the weeks or months ahead.

“It is also possible that an eruption could occur with little or no additional warning,” the Alaska Volcano Observatory stated. “This would be extremely hazardous for recreators on Mount Spurr or near its drainages as well as those overflying the volcano.”