U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Information and images of the volcanoes in the Cascades.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
This site describes the 1991 eruption of Mt. Pinatubo and the extensive mudflows which followed in 1991-1992. There are articles, many of which are academic or technical, on the geologic and human aspects of the eruption. There are also many photographs and extensive seismic information, with a description of the operation of a telemetered seismic network. This site is essentially an online version of the book, published in 1996. The Geology Library has a copy of the book QE523.P56 F57 1996 (from the Librarians' Index to the Internet, ill.org)
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
National Park Service
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
List of National Park Service.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Includes links to maps and images.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
From the Cascades Volcano Observatory.
Prepared by Colleen M. Riley, MTU.
"Volcanoes are beneficial to humans living on or near them. They produce fertile soil, and provide valuable minerals, water reservoirs, geothermal resources, and scenic beauty. But volcanoes can be very dangerous. Where can a person go to be safe from an erupting volcano? What types of volcanic hazards might they face? These questions are difficult to answer because there are many types of volcanic eruptions which produce different types of volcanic hazards."
Modules include Mars Landing ; Strangers in Paradise; Severe Weather: Hurricanes! Weather or Not? Yellowstone Fires; Korean Enigma; Rift Valley Fever; Mountain Gorillas; Temperate Rainforest; El Niño: The Child Returns; Tropical Poison; Volcanoes; Water Quality; Florida Everglades;Global Climate Change; Earth on Fire; UV Menace.
How Volcanoes WorkNASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)
South Dakota State University
This website is an educational resource that describes the science behind volcanoes and volcanic processes. It is intended for the education of university students of geology and volcanology and teachers of earth science.
Lava Beds National Monument, California
Les Volcans du Canada/Volcanoes of Canada
"Use this site as a resource to learn more about Canadian volcanoes and volcanology. Get introductory information, learn about types of volcanoes and eruptions, their hazards, how they are monitored, what we do about them, and how to become a volcanologist." Includes a browsable directory of Canadian volcanoes, an interactive volcano map, and related Web resources. From Geological Survey Canada. Available in English and French. (from the Librarians' Index to the Internet, ill.org)
Mount St. Helens Succession CollectionThis site features a collection of 235 photographs taken by Dr. Robert del Moral over a 20-year period following the eruption of Mount St. Helens on May 18, 1980. "These consist of a series of 'permanent plot views', photos taken of the same site over a period of years, general aspects of impacted habitats, and photos of some of the more common species of plants." Searchable. From the University of Washington Libraries.
National Geographic: Forces of NatureThis site is a companion to a National Geographic film about four of the most destructive natural forces: hurricanes, earthquakes, volcanoes, and tornadoes. Features a description of the science behind the natural disasters along with an interactive activity for each. Also includes introductory facts, a list of famous forces, a glossary, and lesson plans. (from the Librarians' Index to the Internet, lii.org)
OhioLINK Digital Media Center - Science CollectionVolcano Slides from the collection of Oberlin University Geology faculty. Enter the search term Volcanoes. Access is restricted.
Remote Sensing TutorialSection 17 - Geomorphology - Volcanic landforms
Dr. Nicholas Short, a former NASA Goddard employee and author/editor of four NASA-sponsored books.
The Vents Program "conducts research on the impacts and consequences of submarine volcanoes and hydrothermal venting on the global ocean." Includes information about specific research sites, the New Millennium Observatory (which "studies the dynamic interactions between submarine volcanic activity and seafloor hotsprings"), ocean seismicity, bioacoustics, and related topics. Also includes teaching material and images. From the Pacific Maritime Environmental Laboratory. (from the Librarians' Index to the Internet, lii.org)
Virtual CaveLearn about Solution Caves, Lava Tube Caves, Sea Caves and Erosional Caves.
Volcano Above the CloudsThis site about Africa's Mount Kilimanjaro is a companion to a Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) NOVA program. Includes information about Kilimanjaro's shrinking summit glaciers, a tour of Mt. Kilimanjaro's six ecological zones, images of the highest mountain on each of the seven continents, and information about mountain weather. Also includes recommended links and books and a teacher's guide. (from the Librarians' Index to the Internet, ill.org)
Volcano Information CenterThis website is designed for educational purposes by Professor Emeritus Richard V. Fisher at UCSB, and is maintained by volunteers. The purpose of the Volcano Information Center (VIC) is to provide links to websites that are resources for data not contained in VIC and to inform the user about general volcanology in an organized way, including features of volcanoes, volcanic eruptions and volcanic hazards.
Volcano LiveThis site aims to provide "the latest volcano eruption information, and details on every active volcano in the world." Information presented includes volcano and plate tectonic maps from all over the world, a list of volcanoes in the United States and throughout the world, a glossary, and more. Searchable. From John Search, Australian volcanologist and adventure speaker. (from the Librarians' Index to the Internet, ill.org)
Volcano Research Center (VRC)The Tokyo-based VRC "conducts various scientific research on magmatic processes and volcano dynamics, which will help to improve prediction of volcanic eruptions." This site contains reports on the center's research, observations of volcanic eruptions in Japan, information about a scientific drilling project at Japan's Unzen volcano, and links to related information. Includes many images of volcanic eruptions. Earthquake Research Institute (ERI), University of Tokyo. (from the Librarians' Index to the Internet, ill.org)
Volcano WorldUniversity of North Dakota and Oregon State University
The Web's Premier Source of Volcano Info, includes lots of useful information, lesson plans, images, and more.
Keweenaw Volcano Observatory, Michigan Technology University
This site aims to provide information about volcanoes to the public and to complement other informational sites on the web. Many good links.
Compiled by Mary W. Scott, Geology Librarian, Orton Memorial Library of Geology
Designed by Michael C. Veres, Student Library Assistant
Page updated: April 18, 2007