Seismic activities of Mount St. HelensIncreasing magma pressureLargest short-term increase in seismic activitiesFAQs:(You can now subscribe to our(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channelIs Mount St Helens about to blow? In an article published on its official website, the United States Geological Survey has said that since February 1, 2024, about 350 earthquakes have been recorded at Mount St. Helens . It reached a peak in early June when 38 earthquakes per week were recorded.The USGS has said that the Short-term increase in earthquake rates is common at Mount St. Helens and is considered part of background seismic activity . The magma rises slowly through the lower crust and accumulates in a reservoir about 2.5 to 6 miles or 4‒10 km below sea level. Besides, 200 homes, 47 bridges, 15 miles of railways, and 185 miles of highway were destroyed.In an article published on its official website, the United States Geological Survey has said that since February 1, 2024, about 350 earthquakes have been recorded at Mount St. Helens.

Source: Economic Times June 20, 2024 16:06 UTC