Volcano Topics

Volcano Resources

The following is our list of recommended Volcano Resources. All listed websites are offsite links.

	Volcano World Includes information on current eruptions, world volcano listings by region, and images.
	How Volcanoes Work Educational resource on the science behind volcanoes and volcanic processes. Learn about eruption types and dynamics, volcano landforms, and historic eruptions.
	USGS: Volcanoes A summary of the nature, workings, products, and hazards of the common types of volcanoes around the world, along with a brief introduction to the techniques of volcano monitoring and research.
	U.S. Geological Survey Volcano Hazards Program Describes the challenges, work, and accomplishments of scientists who strive to reduce the risk from volcano hazards in the United States and abroad. Includes worldwide and U.S. volcano updates.
	Smithsonian/USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report Provides information and maps for new activity and unrest around the world as well as updates on continuously active volcanoes.
	Volcanoes of the World Search for profiles of volcanoes by location or name. Data compiled by Smithsonian volcanologists.
	Volcanoes of the United States Comprehensive online publication by the USGS examining how volcanic forces have shaped the American landscape. Also addresses more recent activity in the Hawaiian, Cascade, and Alaskan ranges.
	Volcanoes: Can We Predict Volcanic Eruptions? An interactive exhibit that invites visitors to melt rocks, locate famous volcanoes, and play the role of a volcanologist.
	USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) Features information about Kilauea, Mauna Loa, and other volcanoes in the Hawaiian Islands, eruption reports, Volcano Watch articles, earthquakes, types of volcanic hazards, and more.
	USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory (CVO) USGS provides information about Mount St. Helens current and past activity as well as monitoring the other volcanoes of the Cascade Range.