Scientists Predict Eruption of Axial Seamount

Scientists predict that the Axial Seamount, an underwater volcano located 470 kilometers off the coast of Oregon, could erupt as early as 2025. Recent observations indicate significant inflation and increased seismic activity, with the volcano's surface swelling to 95% of its height before its last eruption in 2015. This volcano has a history of eruptions in 1998, 2011, and 2015, and the current monitoring of its activity is described as unprecedented, making it a 'living laboratory' for volcanologists. Advanced sensor networks have recorded hundreds of earthquakes daily and a doubling of inflation rates, reinforcing concerns about an imminent eruption. While the volcano does not pose a direct threat to land, its eruption could disrupt maritime activities. Researchers are optimistic that studying Axial will provide valuable insights into volcanic behavior and help improve predictive capabilities.