ONC-PDX Monthly Meeting
“Lavas and mudflows and ash—oh my! — Volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest”
When: Tuesday May 12, 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
Where: Multnomah Arts Center (room TBA)
* Also on Zoom: Link sent to members by email.
6:30 pm: Potluck. Bring a dish to share, eating utensils, and a non-alcoholic drink if you wish
7:15 pm: Short Club Meeting
7:30 pm-8:30 pm: Program: “Lavas and mudflows and ash—oh my! — Volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest”
About the program:
“Lavas and mudflows and ash—oh my! — Volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest”
In this presentation, Jon Major from the Cascades Volcano Observatory explores volcanic processes associated with volcanic eruptions and their aftermath, provides insights on the greatest threats posed by the Cascades volcanoes, and reveals how our regional volcanoes are monitored and why. The great 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens fundamentally changed how scientists viewed volcanic eruptions. The four decades since have seen significant advancements in our understanding of volcanic histories, processes, hazards, monitoring capabilities, and the role that scientists have in communicating with governmental agencies and the public.
Jon Major is a Research Hydrologist with, and the former Scientist-in-Charge at, the US Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver, Washington. He has worked at volcanoes in Washington, Oregon, Alaska, El Salvador, Chile, and the Philippines. He has been working at Mount St. Helens since 1981, and has been with the Cascades Volcano Observatory since 1983.
Hope to see you in person or online!
