Underwater Volcano Offers Rare Look at Eruption in Real Time

Axial Seamount, an underwater volcano in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Oregon, is showing signs of an impending eruption, potentially occurring before the end of 2025. Scientists are monitoring the volcano, which is located more than 4,900 feet below the surface, for increased seismicity and swelling, which are indicators of an upcoming eruption. | Josheb Eleazar Mangru

Scientists Fear Eruption After Earthquakes Near Axial Seamount

A mile-wide underwater volcano, Axial Seamount, is showing signs of an imminent eruption in the Pacific Ocean. Located 300 miles off the coast of Oregon, this massive volcano sits 4,626 feet beneath sea level and is part of an active volcanic ridge. Scientists have recorded over 1,000 small earthquakes daily, indicating magma buildup. During its last eruption in 2015, the volcano triggered 10,000 earthquakes in a single day. While the eruption is expected to be powerful, experts say it poses no