#Spurr Information Statement March 12, 2025 Synopsis: Likelihood of eruption in the next few weeks or months has increased. Unrest continues with significant gas emissions measured on Mar 7 and 11. Video: Spurr summit steaming on March 7, M. Mitchell AVO/USGS (1/6)

Full information statement with more info: avo.alaska.edu/news/view/like… New fact sheet on Spurr eruption hazards: dggs.alaska.gov/webpubs/dggs/i… #Alaska #volcano USGS Volcanoes🌋 UAF Geophysical Institute Alaska DGGS (6/6)

Only a few days left to apply! Our earthquake and tsunami hazards program is searching for a long term nonperm geologist 3 to join the team: Open to ALL APPLICANTS until March 26. buff.ly/A9yPSnn

#OnThisDay in 1964, the largest recorded earthquake in U.S. history struck Alaska’s Prince William Sound. The earthquake and subsequent tsunamis ravaged coastal communities and claimed over 139 lives. bit.ly/2o9iHBG NOAA NWS Tsunami Alerts

#OnThisDay in 1964, a 9.2-magnitude earthquake occurred in southern Alaska. This event resulted in the development of a tsunami warning system for the region that eventually became the U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center. bit.ly/2o9iHBG NOAA NWS Tsunami Alerts

Today is the anniversary of the Great Alaska Earthquake. This day is a good opportunity to think about how you would prepare for such an event. Learn more about tsunamis and prepardness here: dggs.alaska.gov/popular-geolog…

We're searching for Geologist 4 to to manage our Landslide Hazards Program. This position is open to all applicants and can be based in Fairbanks, Anchorage, or Juneau. More info & APPLY here: governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska…

📣We're hiring a Geologist 4 to lead our Landslide Hazards Program in Fairbanks, Anchorage, or Juneau. This posting is open until May 5, and is open to ALL APPLICANTS, which means you don't have to live in Alaska to apply! Apply: governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska…

New release! MP 178, Alaska's mineral resources map. buff.ly/PNoM3B2

This position has been extended and is now open until May 29! governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska…

Thank you for including DNR Alaska DGGS Geothermal Program Manager John Eichelberger on this informative program! Great listen for anyone planning to attend the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference Day 3 session on geothermal

That’s Alaska DGGS Landslide Hazards Program's Jill Nicolazzo shaking the Secretary’s hand! Jill and other Alaska Department of Natural Resources scientists have also been collaborating with the USGS on hazards like volcanos, earthquakes, and tsunamis in addition to critical minerals and energy.

The State is advancing its long-standing partnership with USGS to improve mapping in Alaska, with a focus on high-resolution lidar data to help identify and study geologic hazards and assess mineral potential. Read the press release: buff.ly/fD4O3oa Alaska Department of Natural Resources

July 1 marked the 10th anniversary of the Geologic Materials Center's move to the "new" Anchorage location. This facility ensures Alaska's largest archive of geologic materials is properly stored, maintained, and accessible. Learn more about the GMC: dggs.alaska.gov/gmc/index.html

🌊 On Aug 10, a landslide in Tracy Arm triggered a tsunami up to 30m high at Sawyer Island. Waves swept away kayakers’ gear & were even recorded ~80 miles away in Juneau. Read more from USGS here: usgs.gov/programs/lands… #Alaska #Landslide #Tsunami

GMC curator Kurt Johnson recently shared his knowledge and love of geology with the students from the UAA TRIO program. Students got to tour the facility, examine samples, and learn about Alaska geology.

Are you an Anchorage geology student looking for real-world experience? You're in luck, because the Geologic Materials Center is searching for a student intern! Questions? Contact [email protected]. dnr.alaska.gov/commis/pic/int…

Our offices will be closed Monday, September 1 for Labor Day. But, as always, our website is full of geology goodness 24/7! dggs.alaska.gov