The explosive eruption of Mount Redoubt in Alaska, along with another large eruption days before in Tonga, are reminders that we live on a volcano planet.
In this Wide Angle, we talk to the experts following the recent volcanic eruptions, review some of the greatest eruptions of all time, and revel in all things volcanic. Because as much as we respect them and fear them, we also find volcanoes thrilling and amazing ...
- News: Alaska's Mt. Redoubt Volcano Erupts Again
Alaska's Mount Redoubt erupted twice Thursday, with the larger burst sending an ash cloud 65,000 feet into the air.
- News: Alaska's Mount Redoubt Volcano Erupts Overnight
With four giant belches and more sure to come, Mount Redoubt springs to life in the wee hours.
- Audio Slide Show: Redoubt Erupts
Get the scoop on what it was like to experience the massive Mount Redoubt eruption from one of the U.S. Geological Survey scientists on location in Alaska.
- Slide Show: Great Volcanoes
Volcanoes span the planet and time. They are responsible for unimaginable destruction, as well as creating the planet we know and love today. Visit the greatest volcanoes.
- Video: Volcano Videos
Think you know a think or two about volcanoes? Our extensive lineup of videos about these exploding mountains might hold something new.
- HowStuffWorks: How do Volcanoes Work?
From how they form, to the role of plate tectonics, to different kinds of eruptions -- find answers at HowStuffWorks.com.
- Interactive: Build a Volcano
Get an overview of what volcanoes are, and then jump right in to build your own. Then, clear out of the vicinity because you can make it erupt!
- Treehugger: Hawaii's Biggest Polluter: The Kilauea Volcano
Each day since 1983, the Kilauea volcano has been sending 6,000 more metric tons of sulfur dioxide into the skies above Hawaii than the industrial polluters on the island do. Find out more at Treehugger.com.
- Treehugger: 5 Ways Geo-Thermal Energy Is Heating Up Globally
Sure, geothermal power has potential as an alternative energy source -- but is it sexy? Here's a roundup of what's heating up in the world of geothermal energy, compliments of Treehugger.com.
Discuss all things volcanic at the Discovery Earth's blog: Earth Pub.
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