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Description: After May 18th five more explosive eruptions of Mount St. Helens occurred in 1980, including this spectacular event of July 22nd. This eruption sent pumice and ash 6 to 11 miles (10-18 kilometers) into the air, and was visible in Seattle, Washington, 100 miles (160 kilometers) to the north. The view here is from the south.
Title: MSH80 st helens eruption plume 07-22-80
Credit: USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory
Author: Mike Doukas
Usage Terms: Public domain
License: Public domain
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